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It’s been the long est win ter with out you;
with out I did n’t know where to to turn to.
(Ah.)
See, some how I can’t for get you
af ter (F)all that we’ve been through.
(Ah.)
Go ing, com ing, thought I heard a knock.
(Am)Who’s there?
No one.
but Think ing that (Dm)I de serve it.
Now I re al ise (Bb)that I real ly did n’t know, oh, oh.
If (F)you did n’t no tice, boy, you mean ev ’ry thing.
(Am)Quick ly, I’m learn ing to love a gain.
(Dm)All I know is, I’m gon’ be o kay.
Thought I could n’t live with out you;
it’s gon na hurt when it heals, too, oh (F)yeah.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
And e ven though I real ly love you,
I’m gon na smile, ’cause I de serve (Dm)to, ooh.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
It’s been I could n’t turn on the T V
with out I some n’t thing where to to turn me.
(Ah.)
See, Was it I all that eas y
to just (F)put a side your ings?
(Ah.)
If I’m dream ing, thought don’t wan na laugh.
(Am)Hurt my feel ings, but that’s the path (Dm)I be lieve in.
And I know al that (Bb)time I will ly heal n’t it.
oh, oh.
If (F)you did n’t no tice, boy, you mean ev ’ry thing.
(Am)Quick ly, I’m learn ing to love a gain.
(Dm)All I know is, I’m gon’ be o kay.
Thought I could n’t live with out you;
it’s gon na hurt when it heals, too, oh (F)yeah.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
And e ven though I real ly love you,
I’m gon na smile, ’cause I de serve (Dm)to, ooh.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.) (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
Since there’s no more “you and me,”
it’s time I let you go so I can be free
and live my life how it should be.
No mat ter how hard it is, I’ll be (Bb)fine with (C)out you, yes, I will.
Thought I could n’t live with out you;
it’s gon na hurt when it heals, too, oh.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
And e ven though I real ly love you,
I’m gon na smile, ’cause I de serve (Dm)to, yes, I (F)do.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
Thought I could n’t live with out you;
it’s gon na hurt when it heals, too, oh.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
And e ven though I real ly love you,
I’m gon na smile, ’cause I de serve (Dm)to, yes, I (F)do.
(It ’ll (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
Thought I could n’t live with out you; (Bb)all get bet ter in time.)
Better In Time — Simple Sheet Music
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"Better In Time" 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 F, 82 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Better In Time”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Better In Time"?
- 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 "Better In Time" by Leona Lewis played in?
- Better In Time is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Better In Time"?
- The arrangement plays at 82 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Better In Time" 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 "Better In Time"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Better In Time"?
- "Better In Time" was originally performed by Leona Lewis. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Better In Time"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, Bb, C, Dm, F, Gm7.
- What other songs by Leona Lewis can I play here?
- Try "A Moment Like This", "FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND", "HAPPY". 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 "Better In Time". Key of F, 82 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.


