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You (Am)are
my (C)fire, worlds the (Am)one
de (C)sire.
to Be (Am)lieve
know when (C)I say that (Am)I want it (G7)that (C)way.
But (Am)we
are (C)two worlds a (Am)part.
Can’t (C)reach to your (Am)heart
know when (C)you say but (Am)I want it (G7)that (C)way.
But (G7)that (C)way.
Tell me (F)why.
Ain’t noth in’ but a (Am)heart ache.
Tell me (F)why.
Ain’t noth in’ but a (Am)mis take.
Tell me (F)why.
I nev er wan na (G)hear you (C)say
(Am)I want it (G7)that (C)way.
Am (Esus)that (E)way.
(Am)Now I can see that we’ve fall en a part
from the (F)way that it used to (Dm)be, yeah.
No (Am)mat ter the dis tance, I (C)want you to know
that (F)deep down in side of (G)me
you (F)are
my (Am)fire,
the (F)one
de (Am)sire.
You are, you are, you (G)are, you (C)are.
Don’t wan na hear you (G)say...
noth in’ but a (Bm)heart ache.
(G)Ain’t noth in’ but a (Bm)mis take.
(G)I nev er wan na hear, (D)hear you say
I
want it (A)that (D)way.
Tell me (G)why.
Ain’t noth in’ but a (Bm)heart
ache.
Tell me (G)why.
Ain’t noth in’ but a (Bm)mis take.
Tell me (G)why.
I nev er wan na (A)hear you (D)say
(Bm)I want it (A)that (D)way.
Tell me (G)why.
Ain’t noth in’ but a (Bm)heart
ache.
Tell me (G)why.
Ain’t noth in’ but a (Bm)mis take.
Tell me (G)why.
I nev er wan na (A)hear you (D)say
(Bm)I want it (A)that (D)way.
Tell me (A)that (D)way.
’Cause (Bm)I want it (A)that (D)way.
I Want It That Way — Simple Sheet Music
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"I Want It That Way" 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, 98 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “I Want It That Way”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Want It That Way"?
- 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 "I Want It That Way" by Backstreet Boys played in?
- I Want It That Way 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 "I Want It That Way"?
- The arrangement plays at 98 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Want It That Way" 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 "I Want It That Way"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Want It That Way"?
- "I Want It That Way" was originally performed by Backstreet Boys. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Backstreet Boys can I play here?
- Try "NEVER GONE", "I WANT IT THAT WAY", "INCOMPLETE". 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 "I Want It That Way". Key of A, 98 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.