Be Like That

by 3 Doors Down
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Lyrics

He spent his whole life be ing too young

to live a life that’s in his (C)dreams.

At night he lies a wake and he (D)won ders, of this dream.

Is “Why can’t that be me?”

’Cause in his life he’s filled with all these good in ten tions.

He’s left a lot of things he’d (C)rath er not men tion right now.

Just be fore he says good thing night, to hold on to,

he looks up with a lit (C)tle smile at me and he says, “If I could be like that,

well, I would give an y thing.

Just to live one day

in those shoes.

If I could be like that,

what would I do,

what would I

do?”

Yeah,

yeah, yeah.

Oh,

oh yeah, I’m fall ing in to this,

Now in dreams

we run

a way.

She spends her days up in the north park,

watch ing the peo ple as they (C)pass.

And all she wants is just a lit (D)tle piece of this dream.

Is that too much to ask?

’Cause in his With a safe with home and a warm bed, tions.

He’s on a qui et lit tle (C)street, er not men tion right now.

all she wants is just that thing night, to hold on to,

he that’s up all a she (C)needs.

smile at me and he says, “If I could be like that,

well, I would give an y thing.

Just to live one day

in those shoes.

If I could be like that,

what would I do,

what would I

do?”

Yeah,

yeah, yeah.

Oh,

oh yeah, I’m fall ing in to this,

Now in dreams

we run.

a way.

If I could be like that,

well, I would give an y thing just to live one day

in those shoes.

If I could be like that,

what would I do,

what would I

do?

If I could be like that,

I would give an y thing just to live one day

in those shoes.

If I could be like that,

what would I do, Lord, what would I

do?

Fall ing in,

I feel I’m fall ing in

to this

a gain.

Be Like That — Simple Sheet Music

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"Be Like That" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 90 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Be Like That

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Be Like That"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Be Like That" by 3 Doors Down played in?
Be Like That is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Be Like That"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Be Like That" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Be Like That"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Be Like That"?
"Be Like That" was originally performed by 3 Doors Down. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Be Like That"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Am, C, D, Dpow, Em, Em7, G, Gmaj7, +1 more.
What other songs by 3 Doors Down can I play here?
Try "LANDING IN LONDON", "WHEN I'M GONE", "HERE WITHOUT YOU". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Be Like That". Key of G, 90 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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