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Now We don’t e ven talk an y more.
And we don’t e ven (G)know what we (Am)ar gue a (G)bout.
Don’t e ven say, “I (G)love you,” no (Am)more,
’cause say in’ how we (G)feel is no (Am)long er al (G)lowed.
Some peo ple will work things out and some just don’t know how to (F#)change.
Let’s don’t (Fmaj7)wait till the (Em7)wa ter runs (Dm7)dry.
We might (Fmaj7)watch our whole (Em7)lives pass us (Dm7)by.
Let’s don’t (Fmaj7)wait till the (Em7)wa ter runs (Am)dry.
We’ll make the (Dm7)big gest mis (C)take of our (Fmaj7)lives.
Don’t do it, ba by.
Ooh.
Na ooh.
Now they can see the tears in our eyes,
but we de ny the (G)pain that lies (Am)deep in our (G)hearts.
Well, may be that’s a (G)pain we can’t (Am)hide,
’cause ev ’ry bod y (G)knows that we’re (Am)both torn a (G)part.
Why do ple we hurt each oth er?
Why do we push love a (F#)way?
Let’s don’t (Fmaj7)wait till the (Em7)wa ter runs (Dm7)dry.
We might (Fmaj7)watch our whole (Em7)lives pass us (Dm7)by.
Let’s don’t (Fmaj7)wait till the (Em7)wa ter runs (Am)dry.
We’ll make the (Dm7)big gest mis (C)take of our (Fmaj7)lives.
Don’t do it, ba by.
Ooh.
Na ooh.
(G)Don’t do it, ba by.
Ooh,
Na ooh.
(G)Don’t do it, ba by.
Water Runs Dry — Simple Sheet Music
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"Water Runs Dry" 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 C, 80 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 “Water Runs Dry”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Water Runs Dry"?
- 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 "Water Runs Dry" by Boyz II Men played in?
- Water Runs Dry is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Water Runs Dry"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Water Runs Dry" 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 "Water Runs Dry"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Water Runs Dry"?
- "Water Runs Dry" was originally performed by Boyz II Men. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Water Runs Dry"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am, Am7, C, D7, Dm7, E7, Em7, F#m7, +3 more.
- What other songs by Boyz II Men can I play here?
- Try "IT'S SO HARD TO SAY GOODBYE TO YESTERDAY", "I'LL MAKE LOVE TO YOU", "END OF THE ROAD". 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 "Water Runs Dry". Key of C, 80 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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