Better Than I

by John Bucchino
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I (A)thought I did what’s (A)right.

I (A)thought I had the an swers.

I (A)thought I chose the sur est road but (Bm7)that road brought me (E)here.

So (A)I put up a fight

and (A)told you (Bm7)how to help me.

(E)Now (A)just when I have (C#m)giv en up, the (Bm7)truth is com ing clear.

(A)You

(Amaj7)know

bet ter than I,

you

(Amaj7)know

the way.

I’ve let

(Amaj7)go

(D)the need to know why,

(F#m)for you know bet ter than (E7sus)I.

If (A)this has been a test,

I (A)can not see the rea son.

But (A)may be know ing (C#m)I don’t know is (Bm7)part of get ting through.

I (A)try to do what’s (A)best

and (A)faith has made it eas y

to (A)see the best thing (C#m)I can do is (Bm7)put my trust in you.

For (E)you

(Amaj7)know

(D)bet ter than I,

you

(Amaj7)know

(Dmaj9)the way.

I’ve let

(Amaj7)go

(D)the need to know why

(F#m)for you know bet ter than (E7sus)I.

I (F)saw one (C)cloud and thought it was the sky.

I (F)saw a bird and thought that I could fol low.

But (F)it was you who taught that bird to fly.

If I (D)let (A)you reach me,

will you teach

me?

For (E7)you

(Bmaj7)know

bet ter (C#m9)than I,

you

(Bmaj7)know

(Emaj7)the way.

I’ve (F#)let

(Dmaj7)go

(G)the (D)need to know (Em7)why;

(B)I’ll take what an swers you

sup ply…

(E)You know (C#m)bet ter (F#7sus)than I.

Better Than I — Simple Sheet Music

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"Better Than I" 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 A, 112 BPM.

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

About “Better Than I

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Better Than I"?
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 Than I" by John Bucchino played in?
Better Than I is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Better Than I"?
The arrangement plays at 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Better Than I" 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 Than I"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Better Than I"?
"Better Than I" was originally performed by John Bucchino. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Better Than I"?
This arrangement uses 29 chords: A, Am7, Amaj7, Asus4, B, Bm, Bm7, Bm9, +21 more.
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 Than I". Key of A, 112 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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