It's Too Late

by Carole King
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Lyrics

(Am7)Stayed in bed all morn in’ just (D6)to pass the time.

You There’s some thin’ wrong here, there I can knew be no de ny do.

in’.

Now (Am7)One of us is chang in’, and or be we’ve just stopped a try in’.

And it’s too late, ba by, now (Fmaj7)it’s too late, though we (Bbmaj7)real ly did try to make it.

(Bbmaj7)Some thin’ in side has died, and I can’t hide, and I just can’t fake it, oh

no, no.

It (Am7)used to be so eas y, liv (D6)in’ here with you.

You There’s light and breez y, there I can knew be just what to do.

in’.

Now (Am7)you look us un chang in’, and or be we’ve just stopped a fool.

in’.

And it’s too late, ba by, now (Fmaj7)it’s too late, though we (Bbmaj7)real ly did try to make it.

(Bbmaj7)Some thin’ in side has died, and I can’t hide, and I just can’t fake it, oh

no, no.

It it, oh,

no,

no, no, no, no.

(Am7)There’ll be good times a gain (D6)for me and you,

but we (Am7)just can’t stay to geth er; don’t (D6)you feel it too?

Still I’m (Am7)glad for what we had and how I once loved you.

But it’s too

(G7)It’s too late,

(Fmaj7)ba by, it’s too late

now, (Fmaj7)dar lin’, it’s too late.

It's Too Late — Simple Sheet Music

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"It's Too Late" 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, 90 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “It's Too Late

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "It's Too Late"?
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 "It's Too Late" by Carole King played in?
It's Too Late 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 "It's Too Late"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "It's Too Late" 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 "It's Too Late"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "It's Too Late"?
"It's Too Late" was originally performed by Carole King. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "It's Too Late"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: Am7, Bbmaj7, Cmaj7, Cmaj9, D6, Dm7, E7, Em7, +5 more.
What other songs by Carole King can I play here?
Try "YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND", "TAPESTRY", "I FEEL THE EARTH MOVE". 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 "It's Too Late". Key of C, 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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