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If (Dm)I could save (Dm)time in a (Dm)bot tle,
the (Gm)first thing that I’d (A7)like (Gm)to (A7)do
is to (Dm)save ev ’ry (Dm)day ’til e (Bb)ter ni ty (Gm7)pass es a (Dm)way just to (E)spend them with (A7)you.
If (Dm)I could make (Dm)days last for (Dm)ev er,
if (Gm)words could make wish (A7)es (Gm)come (A7)true,
I’d (Dm)save ev ’ry (Dm)day like a (Bb)treas ure and (Gm7)then es a (Dm)gain I would (E)spend them with (A7)you.
If (A7)you.
But there (D)nev er seems to (D)be e nough time to (D)do the things you (D)want to do once you (G)find them.
I’ve (D)looked a round e (D)nough to know that (D)you’re the one I (D)want to go through (G)time with.
If (Dm)I had a (Dm)box just for (Dm)wish es
and (Gm)dreams that had nev (A7)er (Gm)come (A7)true,
the (Dm)box would be (Dm)emp ty ex (Bb)cept for the (Gm7)mem ’ry of (Dm)how they were (E)an swered by (A7)you.
But there (D)nev er seems to (D)be e nough time to (D)do the things you (D)want to do once you (G)find them.
I’ve (D)looked a round e (D)nough to know that (D)you’re the one I (D)want to go through (G)time with.
Time In A Bottle — Simple Sheet Music
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"Time In A Bottle" 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 “Time In A Bottle”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Time In A Bottle"?
- 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 "Time In A Bottle" by Jim Croce played in?
- Time In A Bottle 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 "Time In A Bottle"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Time In A Bottle" 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 "Time In A Bottle"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Time In A Bottle"?
- "Time In A Bottle" was originally performed by Jim Croce. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Jim Croce can I play here?
- Try "YOU DON'T MESS AROUND WITH JIM", "WORKIN' AT THE CAR WASH BLUES", "I'LL HAVE TO SAY I LOVE YOU IN A SONG". 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 "Time In A Bottle". 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.