About “Tell It Like It Is”

Can I learn "Tell It Like It Is" with falling notes like Synthesia?

Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Tell It Like It Is" with hands-separate practice in Bb at 90 BPM.

What key is "Tell It Like It Is" by Aaron Neville played in?

Tell It Like It Is is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.

What's the tempo (BPM) of "Tell It Like It Is"?

The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.

Is "Tell It Like It Is" easy to play on piano?

This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.

Can I download sheet music for "Tell It Like It Is"?

Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.

Who composed "Tell It Like It Is"?

"Tell It Like It Is" was originally performed by Aaron Neville. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.

What chords are used in "Tell It Like It Is"?

This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am, Bb, C7, Caug, D7, Dm, F, F6, +3 more.

What other songs by Aaron Neville can I play here?

Try "MARY, DON'T YOU WEEP", "I FALL TO PIECES". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Tell It Like It Is"?

Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Tell It Like It Is" one hand at a time before combining them.

What is falling notes style for "Tell It Like It Is"?

Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Tell It Like It Is" is in the key of Bb at 90 BPM.