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 "This Time". Key of Bb, 70 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.

This Time — Simple Sheet Music

"This Time" 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 Bb, 70 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

Lyrics

Ran in to you yes ter day; mem o ries rushed through my brain. It’s start ing to hit me, I’m (Bb)now you’re not with me. I real ize I made a mis take. I thought that I need ed some space, but I just let love go to (Eb)waste. It’s so cry stal clear now that (Bb)I need you here now. I’ve got ta get you back to day. This time I want it (Bb)all. This time I want it (F)all. I’m show ing you all the (C)cards, giv ing you all my heart. This time I’ll take the (Bb)chance. This time I’ll be your (F)man. I can be all you (C)need. This time it’s all of me. I hit the bar ev ’ry night look ing to score a good time. It’s not like I planned it. I’m (Bb)left emp ty hand ed ’cause I’m still a lone in my mind. Now, what will it take to feel right? but Can I come see you to (Eb)night? Is there some one new now? that (Bb)What can I do now, ’cause I need you back by my side. This time I want it (Bb)all. This time I want it (F)all. I’m show ing you all the (C)cards, giv ing you all my heart. This time I’ll take the (Bb)chance. This time I’ll be your (F)man. I can be all you (C)need. This time it’s all of me. (C)need. This time it’s all of me. Last time I was n’t sure. This time I will give you more. I’m more ma ture; I’ll show you. Last time I did n’t know. I messed up when I let you go. I need you; don’t say no. Ly ing a lone in this room, all that is miss ing is you. Pick up the phone. (Bb)Won’t you come home? (C)need. This time it’s all of me. All of me. Yeah, ooh.

Try other practice modes:

Falling Notes Beginner Lead Sheet Bar Sheet

Song Details

Category: R&B/Soul
Key: Bb
Tempo: 70 BPM
Difficulty: medium
Artist: John Legend

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How to Play "This Time" on Piano

1
Pick a practice mode — Choose from Fall Down, Beginner, Lead Sheet, Bar Sheet, or Simple Sheet — each mode visualizes the music differently to match your learning style.
2
Practice each hand separately — Use the Left, Right, and Both buttons to isolate the bass or treble part and build muscle memory one hand at a time.
3
Adjust speed and turn on metronome — Slow down to 50% while learning, then gradually speed up. Enable the metronome to keep steady timing.
4
Loop a section — Select a tricky part and loop it until you nail it. Perfect for mastering difficult passages.
5
Download sheet music — Export a PDF of the sheet music to print out and practice on your real piano anytime, anywhere.