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He could be a (A5)sin ner, or a gen tle (G5)man.
He could be your (A5)preach er when your soul is (G5)damned.
He could be your (A5)law yer
on a wit ness (E5)stand but he’ll nev er love you (A5)like I (F5)can, can.
He could be a (Am)stran ger you gave a sec ond (G)glance.
He could be a (Am)tro phy
of a (G)one night (C)stand.
He could have your (Am)hu mor
but I (E)don’t un der stand but then a ’cause he’ll nev er love you (Am)like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
Why are you look ing down (Em)all the wrong roads?
When mine is the heart and the (C)salt of the soul.
There may be lov ers who (Em)hold out their hands, but they’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
They’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can.
A chance en (Am)coun ter you of a cir cum (G)stance.
May be he’s a (Am)man tra,
keeps your (G)mind en (C)tranced.
He could be the (Am)si lence
in this (E)may un hem, stand but then a ’cause he’ll nev er love you (Am)like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
Why are you look ing down (Em)all the wrong roads?
When mine is the heart and the (C)salt of the soul.
There may be lov ers who (Em)hold out their hands, but they’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
They’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can.
A chance en they’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
They’ll nev er love you (Am)like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
We (Am)both have de mons, that (F)we can’t stand.
I (Am)love your de mons like (F)dev ils can.
If (F)you’re self seek ing an (G)hon est (Am)man, then (Dm)stop de ceiv ing, Lord (E)please.
Why are you look ing down (Em)all the wrong roads?
When mine is the heart and the (C)salt of the soul.
There may be lov ers who (Em)hold out their hands, but they’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
He’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
He’ll nev er love you like I (F)can, can, (C)can.
Like I Can — Simple Sheet Music
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"Like I Can" 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, 120 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 “Like I Can”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Like I Can"?
- 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 "Like I Can" by Sam Smith played in?
- Like I Can 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 "Like I Can"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Like I Can" 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 "Like I Can"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Like I Can"?
- "Like I Can" was originally performed by Sam Smith. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Sam Smith can I play here?
- Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "WRITING'S ON THE WALL". 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 "Like I Can". Key of C, 120 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.


