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If you (Asus)on ly knew, I’m hang (Asus)in’ by a (Am)thread, the (C)web I spin that for you.
wrong.
If you (Asus)on ly knew, I’d sac (Asus)ri fice my (Am)beat ing (F)heart be (C)fore I lose
(C)you.
I still hold on to the let I spent, (G)you re turned.
I swear ters I’ve lived and learned.
It’s four oh three, and I can’t sleep.
With out you next to me, I toss and turn like the sea.
If I drown to night, bring me back to life; breathe your breath in me.
The (G)on ly thing that I still be (F)lieve (C)in (G)is (Am)you,
if (F)you (C)on (G)ly knew.
If you (Asus)on ly knew how man (Asus)y times I (Am)count ed (C)all the words that went you.
wrong.
If you (Asus)on ly knew how I (Asus)re fuse to (Am)let you (F)go e (C)ven when you’re
(C)gone.
I don’t re gret an y days I spent, (G)nights we shared
or let ters I’ve that I sent.
It’s four oh three, and I can’t sleep.
With out you next to me, I toss and turn like the sea.
If I drown to night, bring me back to life; breathe your breath in me.
The (G)on ly thing that I still be (F)lieve (C)in (G)is (Am)you,
if (F)you (C)on (G)ly knew.
If (F)you (C)on (G)ly knew.
I still hold on to the let ters (G)you re turned,
you help me live and learn.
It’s four oh three, and I can’t sleep.
With out you next to me, I toss and turn like the sea.
If I drown to night, bring me back to life; breathe your breath in me.
The (G)on ly thing that I still be (C)lieve in is you,
be (Am)lieve in is you.
I still be (F)lieve
(G)in you,
(F)oh,
if (F)you (C)on (G)ly (Am)knew.
If You Only Knew — Simple Sheet Music
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"If You Only Knew" 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 C, 94 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 “If You Only Knew”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "If You Only Knew"?
- 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 "If You Only Knew" by Shinedown played in?
- If You Only Knew is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "If You Only Knew"?
- The arrangement plays at 94 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "If You Only Knew" 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 "If You Only Knew"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "If You Only Knew"?
- "If You Only Knew" was originally performed by Shinedown. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "If You Only Knew"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, Asus4, C, Dm, F, G.
- What other songs by Shinedown can I play here?
- Try "SECOND CHANCE". 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 "If You Only Knew". Key of C, 94 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.