For The First Time

by Kenny Loggins
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Lyrics

Are those your (Ab)eyes?

Is that your (Db)smile?

Am I’ve been (Ab)look ing at you for ev er, yet I (Bbm7)nev er saw you be fore.

Are (Eb)these your (Ab)hands

hold ing (Ab)mine?

Now I (Fm)won der how I (Db)could have been so (Ebsus)blind.

And for the (Ab)first time,

I am (Fm)look ing in your eyes.

For the (Ab)first time, I’m see ing who you are.

I can’t be lieve how much I see when you’re (Ab)look ing back at (Db)me.

Now I (Ab)un der stand what (Fm)love is, love is

(Eb)for the first time.

Can this be (Ab)real?

Can this be (Db)true?

Am I the (Ab)per son I was this morn ing, and are (Bbm7)you er the same be you?

It’s (Eb)all so (Ab)strange.

How it (Ab)be?

All a (Fm)long this love was (Db)right in front of (Ebsus)me.

And for the (Ab)first time,

I am (Fm)look ing in your eyes.

For the (Ab)first time, I’m see ing who you are.

I can’t be lieve how much I see when you’re (Ab)look ing back at (Db)me.

Now I (Ab)un der stand what (Fm)love is, love is

(Eb)for the first time.

Can this be time.

Such a (Bbm7)long time a go,

I had (Bbm7)giv en up on (Ebsus)find ing (Eb)this e mo tion

ev er a (Fm7)gain.

But you’re (D)here with me now.

Yes, I (G)found you some how,

and I’ve nev er been so sure.

And for the (Bb)first time,

I am (Gm)look ing in your eyes.

For the (Bb)first time, I’m see ing who you are.

I can’t be lieve how much I see when you’re (Bb)look ing back at (Eb)me.

Now I (Bb)un der stand what (Gm)love is,

love (Fsus)is for the first (Bb)time.

For The First Time — Simple Sheet Music

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"For The First 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 Db, 90 BPM.

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

About “For The First Time

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "For The First 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 "For The First Time" by Kenny Loggins played in?
For The First Time is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "For The First Time"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "For The First 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 "For The First Time"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "For The First Time"?
"For The First Time" was originally performed by Kenny Loggins. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "For The First Time"?
This arrangement uses 19 chords: Ab, Bb, Bbm7, Cm7, Db, Dbm, Dbmaj7, Dm7, +11 more.
What other songs by Kenny Loggins can I play here?
Try "THIS IS IT", "FOOTLOOSE", "WHENEVER I CALL YOU "FRIEND"". 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 "For The First Time". Key of Db, 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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