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There’s (Gmaj7)some thin’ I want to tell you.
There’s (Gmaj7)some thin’ I think that you should know: it’s not that (Gmaj7)I should n’t real ly love you, let’s take a it slow.
er.
When (Gmaj7)we get to know each oth er, and (Gmaj7)we’re both I feel ing much strong er, then, let’s that (Gmaj7)try to n’t talk it o ver.
Let’s wait a while long er.
When
(A)Let’s wait a (Gmaj7)while
be (A)fore it’s too late.
(A)Let’s wait a (Gmaj7)while be (Am9)fore we (D7sus)go (D7)too (G)far.
Re (Gmaj7)mem ber that spe cial night
when (Gmaj7)all of the stars were shin ing bright?
We (Gmaj7)made our first en deav or to stay to geth er.
We (Gmaj7)made our ver y first prom ise:
to (Gmaj7)love, to share, and be real hon est.
But, (Em7)on that ver y first night it was n’t quite right.
(A)Let’s wait a (Gmaj7)while
be (Em7)fore it’s too late.
(A)Let’s wait a (Gmaj7)while,
our (Em7)love will deep en.
(A)Let’s wait a (Gmaj7)while be (Am9)fore we (D7sus)go (D7)too (G)far.
I (Em11)did n’t real ly know not to (F#m7)let all my feel in’s show, to (G)save some for (C)lat er (Bm7)so our love (Em7)can be great er.
You (Gmaj7)said you would al ways love (F#m7)me.
Re (Gmaj7)mem ber I said the same thing, too.
You don’t (Gmaj7)have to be fright ened with my love
be cause nev er give up on you.
Let’s wait a while, a well, be fore it’s too late.
You know you can’t rush love,
love.
(Bb)Let’s wait a (Abmaj7)while
be (Fm7)fore it’s too late.
(Bb)Let’s wait a (Abmaj7)while,
our (Fm7)love will deep en.
(Bb)Let’s wait a (Abmaj7)while be (Bbm9)fore we (Eb7sus4)go (Eb7)too (Abmaj9)far.
Ah, (Fm7)oh look.
(Bb)Let’s wait a (Abmaj7)while
be (Fm7)fore it’s too late.
(Bb)Let’s wait a (Abmaj7)while,
our (Fm7)love will deep en.
(Bb)Let’s wait a (Abmaj7)while be (Bbm9)fore we (Eb7sus4)go (Eb7)too (Abmaj9)far.
Ah, (Fm7)oh look.
(Bb)La da da lay (Abmaj7)dat da dat da dee dee da la dat (Fm7)da dat da la.
(Bb)La da da lay (Abmaj7)dat da dat da dee dee da la dat (Fm7)da dat da la.
I prom (Eb6)ise
(Fm7)I’ll be worth the wait.
Let's Wait Awhile — Simple Sheet Music
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"Let's Wait 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 D, 110 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Let's Wait Awhile”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Let's Wait Awhile"?
- 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 "Let's Wait Awhile" by Janet Jackson played in?
- Let's Wait Awhile is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Let's Wait Awhile"?
- The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Let's Wait Awhile" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Let's Wait Awhile"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Let's Wait Awhile"?
- "Let's Wait Awhile" was originally performed by Janet Jackson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Let's Wait Awhile"?
- This arrangement uses 21 chords: A, Abmaj7, Abmaj9, Am9, Bb, Bbm9, Bm7, C, +13 more.
- What other songs by Janet Jackson can I play here?
- Try "TOGETHER AGAIN", "ANY TIME, ANY PLACE", "IF". 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 "Let's Wait Awhile". Key of D, 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.
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