Better As A Memory

by Kenny Chesney
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Lyrics

I move on like a (Dsus2)sin ner’s prayer.

I let ’em go like a (A6)lev ee breaks.

I Walk a way as if (Bm11)I don’t care.

I Learn to shoul but der my (Gsus2)gain mis takes.

I’m built to fade times like your (Dsus2)fav ’rite song,

get tin’ reck less when there’s no need.

Laugh as your sto ries (Bm11)ram ble on.

Break my heart but it won’t bleed.

through.

My on ly friends are (Bm)pi rates,

it’s just who I

am.

I’m (G)bet ter as a mem ’ry than as your man.

I’m nev er sure when the (Dsus2)truth won’t do.

I’m pret ty good on a (A6)lone ly night.

First move on the way a (Bm11)storm blows through.

I nev er stay, but then a (Gsus2)gain I might.

I strug gle some times gon to (Dsus2)find the words,

al ways sure less un til I doubt.

Walk a line un your (Bm11)til it blurs.

Build walls too high to climb out.

through.

But I’m hon est to (Bm)a fault,

it’s just who I

am.

I’m (G)bet ter as a mem ’ry than as your man.

I’m nev er sure when the your man.

I see you lean in’.

You’re bound to fall.

I don’t wan (A)na be that mis take.

I’m just a dream er,

noth in’ more.

You should know it be fore it gets too late.

’Cause good byes are like a (Bm)mo ment

you’ll fi n’lly un der

stand

that I was (G)bet ter as a mem ’ry than as your man,

bet ter as a mem ’ry than as your man.

Better As A Memory — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Better As A Memory" by Kenny Chesney in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of D, 70 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Better As A Memory

Can I learn "Better As A Memory" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Better As A Memory" with hands-separate practice in D at 70 BPM.
What key is "Better As A Memory" by Kenny Chesney played in?
Better As A Memory is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Better As A Memory"?
The arrangement plays at 70 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Better As A Memory" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Better As A Memory"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Better As A Memory"?
"Better As A Memory" was originally performed by Kenny Chesney. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Better As A Memory"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, A6, Asus4, Bm, Bm7, Bmin, D, Dsus2, +5 more.
What other songs by Kenny Chesney can I play here?
Try "THERE GOES MY LIFE", "DON'T BLINK", "COME OVER". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Better As A Memory"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Better As A Memory" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Better As A Memory"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Better As A Memory" is in the key of D at 70 BPM.

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