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(Em7)Stand in’ in line, mark in’ time, to (D)wait in’ for the (C)wel fare lit dime (D)more, ’cause you they can’t buy a (C)job.
I The (Am7)man in the silk suit (Em7)hur ries by.
As he (D)catch es the poor old (C)la dies’ eyes,
just for fun he bout says, be fore you “Get a job.” He said: Son,
That’s just the way it is.
Some things will (C)nev er change.
That’s just the (C)way it is.
Ah, but (C)don’t you be lieve them.
Said, (Em7)“Hey, lit tle boy, you can’t go to (D)give those where the (C)oth ers lit go (D)more, ’cause it don’t look like they (C)do.”
’Cause said, (Am7)“Hey, old the man, an (Em7)how can you stand to (D)think it sees at that (C)way?
Did you
real ly line on bout the be fore you made the bar.
He said: Son,
That’s just the way it is.
Some things will (C)nev er change.
That’s just the (C)way it is.
Ah, but (C)don’t you be lieve them.
Said,
Well, they
The Way It Is — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Way It Is" 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 G, 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 “The Way It Is”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Way It Is"?
- 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 "The Way It Is" by Bruce Hornsby played in?
- The Way It Is is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Way It Is"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Way It Is" 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 "The Way It Is"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Way It Is"?
- "The Way It Is" was originally performed by Bruce Hornsby. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Way It Is"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am7, C, D, Em7, Fmaj7, G.
- What other songs by Bruce Hornsby can I play here?
- Try "Mandolin Rain", "MANDOLIN RAIN", "LOOK OUT ANY WINDOW". 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 "The Way It Is". Key of G, 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.
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