About “This Can't Be Real”

Why does "This Can't Be Real" show as colored bars instead of notation?

Bar Notation replaces traditional noteheads with colored horizontal bars on a simplified staff — each bar's vertical position is the pitch and its length is the duration. Much easier to read than classic sheet music while still showing the full arrangement of "This Can't Be Real".

What key is "This Can't Be Real" by Barry Manilow played in?

This Can't Be Real 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 "This Can't Be Real"?

The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.

Is "This Can't Be Real" 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 "This Can't Be Real"?

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

Who composed "This Can't Be Real"?

"This Can't Be Real" was originally performed by Barry Manilow. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.

What chords are used in "This Can't Be Real"?

This arrangement uses 39 chords: A7, Ab7, Ab9, Abm9, Abmaj7, Am7, Am9, B7, +31 more.

What other songs by Barry Manilow can I play here?

Try "CAN'T SMILE WITHOUT YOU", "JUMP SHOUT BOOGIE", "BANDSTAND BOOGIE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Is this real sheet music for "This Can't Be Real"?

It's a simplified visual notation using colored bars instead of traditional notes. Each bar's vertical position shows the pitch and its length shows duration — much easier to read for beginners while still showing the complete arrangement of "This Can't Be Real".

Can I see all the notes in "This Can't Be Real"?

Yes! The Bar Sheet shows every note in the arrangement as a colored bar. The sheet scrolls automatically during playback, or you can scroll manually to study any section. The song is in the key of D at 100 BPM.