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I have n’t been my self these (C)days, up in the heart ache’s ac cord ing to friends.
But your mem I tend to lose a part of me book when my heart is on the (G)mend.
I’ll be al right, it’s (C)safe to say first,
’cause just like your love, this is (D)on ly a phase.
Well, (G)I’ve been down this road a time or two.
It’s noth in’ new.
Well, (G)I’ll get on my feet and o ver you.
I (A)tell my self that ev ’ry thing will be just (C)fine,
Oh, (C)I’m just go in’ (D)through a lit tle down time.
I Some might think I’ve got ten (C)caught up in the heart ache’s ac af ter to friends.
But your mem ’ry’s tak ing lose ond to a me book and a nice is long the (G)bath.
I must ad mit it (C)threw me at first,
’cause but I’m con vinced I’m is (D)o ver the worst.
Oh, (G)I’ve been down this road a time or two.
It’s noth in’ new.
Well, (G)I’ll get on my feet and o ver you.
I (A)tell my self that ev ’ry thing will be just (C)fine,
Oh, (C)I’m just go in’ (D)through a lit tle down time.
time.
Oh, (Am7)time is meant to play a part in (C)tak ing care of bro ken hearts.
Oh, (G)I’ve been down this road a time or two.
It’s noth in’ new.
Well, (G)I’ll get on my feet and o ver you.
Oh, I (A)tell my self that ev ’ry thing will be just (C)fine,
oh.
(C)I’m just go in’ (D)through a lit tle, oh, (C)I’m just go in’ through a lit tle, (C)I’m just go in’ (D)through a lit tle down time.
Downtime — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along
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Free karaoke for "Downtime" by Jo Dee Messina: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of G, 100 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 “Downtime”
- What key is "Downtime" by Jo Dee Messina played in?
- Downtime 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 "Downtime"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Downtime" 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 "Downtime"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Downtime"?
- "Downtime" was originally performed by Jo Dee Messina. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Downtime"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Am7, C, Csus2, D, Dsus4, Em, G, +1 more.
- What other songs by Jo Dee Messina can I play here?
- Try "MY GIVE A DAMN'S BUSTED". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is there a karaoke version of "Downtime" with lyrics?
- Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Downtime" by Jo Dee Messina. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
- Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
- It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
- Can I change the key of "Downtime" to match my voice or capo?
- Yes. The original is in G, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
- Can I slow "Downtime" down to learn the words and chords?
- Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.


