I've Loved These Days

by Billy Joel
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Lyrics

Now, we take our time,

so non cha lant

and spend our nights

so bon vi vant.

We dress our days

in (Bb)silk en robes

The mon ey comes

the mon ey goes

we know it’s all

a (G)pass (D7)ing phase

So We light our lamps

for at mos phere

and hang our hopes

on chan de liers

We’re go ing wrong,

we’re (Bb)gain ing weight

We’re sleep ing long

and far too late

and so it’s time

to (G)change (D7)our ways

But I’ve (G6)loved (Dm)these (C)days.

Now as we in dulge

in things re fined

We hide our hearts

from hard er times.

A string of pearls,

a (Bb)for eign car

Oh we can on

ly go so far

on cav i ar

and (G)cab (D7)er net

So We drown our doubts

in dry cham pagne

and soothe our souls

with fine co caine

I don’t know why

I (Bb)e ven care

We get so high

and get no where

We’ll have to change

our (G)jad (D7)ed ways

But I’ve (G6)loved (Dm)these (C)days.

But I’ve (G6)loved (Dm)these

But I’ve (G6)loved (Dm)these (C)days.

I've Loved These Days — Simple Sheet Music

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"I've Loved These Days" 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, 80 BPM.

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

About “I've Loved These Days”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I've Loved These Days"?
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've Loved These Days" by Billy Joel played in?
I've Loved These Days 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 "I've Loved These Days"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I've Loved These Days" 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've Loved These Days"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I've Loved These Days"?
"I've Loved These Days" was originally performed by Billy Joel. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "I've Loved These Days"?
This arrangement uses 12 chords: A, Bb, Bb6, C, C7, D, D7, Dm, +4 more.
What other songs by Billy Joel can I play here?
Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". 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've Loved These Days". Key of C, 80 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.