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 "It's Been Awhile". Key of G, 110 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.

It's Been Awhile — Simple Sheet Music

"It's Been Awhile" 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 G, 110 BPM.

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

Lyrics

And it’s been a while since I could say hold (Am7)I my head ad up high. And it’s been a while since I said first saw you. love my self as well. And it’s been a while since I could stand (Gmaj7)fucked on up my own (Am7)can two feet a gain. And it’s been a while since I could call you. to dis a pear when I’m with you. And ev ’ry thing I can’t re mem ber, as fucked up as it all may seem, to be, I know it’s me. the con se quenc es that I’ve ren dered, I stretched my self be yond my means. And it’s been a while since I could say that (Am7)I was n’t ad dic ted. And it’s been a while since I said could say I love my self as well. And it’s been a while since I’ve gone and (Gmaj7)way things up just like (Am7)can I al ways do. And it’s been a while but all that shit seems re mem ber just the way you taste. And ev ’ry thing I can’t re mem ber, as fucked up as it all may seem to be, I know it’s me. I can not blame this on my fa ther, I’ve gone and fucked things up a gain. Why must I feel this way? Just make this go a way. Just one more peace ful day. And it’s been a while since I could hold my head up high. And it’s been a while since I said I’m sor ry.

Try other practice modes:

Falling Notes Beginner Lead Sheet Bar Sheet

Song Details

Category: Rock
Key: G
Tempo: 110 BPM
Difficulty: medium
Artist: Staind

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How to Play "It's Been Awhile" on Piano

1
Pick a practice mode — Choose from Fall Down, Beginner, Lead Sheet, Bar Sheet, or Simple Sheet — each mode visualizes the music differently to match your learning style.
2
Practice each hand separately — Use the Left, Right, and Both buttons to isolate the bass or treble part and build muscle memory one hand at a time.
3
Adjust speed and turn on metronome — Slow down to 50% while learning, then gradually speed up. Enable the metronome to keep steady timing.
4
Loop a section — Select a tricky part and loop it until you nail it. Perfect for mastering difficult passages.
5
Download sheet music — Export a PDF of the sheet music to print out and practice on your real piano anytime, anywhere.