Water Under The Bridge

by Adele
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Lyrics

If (C)you’re not the one for me

You then how (Em)come I can bring you to your (D)knees?

If (C)you’re not the one for me,

why do I (Em)hate the i dea of be ing (Bm)free?

And if (C)I’m not the one for you,

you’ve got to stop (Em)hold ing me the way you do.

Oh, hon ey, if na (C)I’m not the one for you,

why have we (Em)been through what we have been (D)through?

It’s (Bm)so (C)cold

out (Am)here

in your (Em)wil

der (D)ness,

I (Bm)want (C)you to be my keep (Am)er

but (Em)not if you are so reck (D)less.

If you’re gon na (G)let me down, let me down gent ly, (Am)don’t pre tend that you don’t want me.

(Em)Our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

If you’re gon na (G)let me down, let me down gent ly, don’t pre tend that you don’t want me.

(Em)Our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

Whoa.

Say that (Em)our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

(G)let me down, let me down gent ly, (Am)don’t pre tend that you don’t want me.

(Em)Our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

If you’re gon na (G)let me down, let me down gent ly, (Am)don’t pre tend that you don’t want me.

(Em)Our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

Whoa.

Say that (Em)our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

It’s so cold

out (Am)here

in your (Em)wil

der (D)ness,

I (Bm)want (C)you to be my keep (Am)er

but (Em)not if you are so reck (D)less.

If you’re gon na (G)let me down, let me down gent ly, (Am)don’t pre tend that you don’t want me.

(Em)Our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

If you’re gon na (G)let me down, let me down gent ly, (Am)don’t pre tend that you don’t want me.

(Em)Our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

Whoa.

Say that (Em)our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

It’s so cold

out (Am)here

in your (Em)wil

der (D)ness,

I (Bm)want (C)you to be my keep (Am)er

but (Em)not if you are so reck (D)less.

If you’re gon na (C)bridge.

Whoa.

Say that (Em)our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

Whoa.

Say that (Em)our love ain’t wa ter un der the (C)bridge.

Whoa.

(C)bridge.

Say that (CN.C.)our love ain’t wa ter un der the bridge.

Water Under The Bridge — Simple Sheet Music

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"Water Under The Bridge" 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, 92 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Water Under The Bridge”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Water Under The Bridge"?
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 Under The Bridge" by Adele played in?
Water Under The Bridge 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 "Water Under The Bridge"?
The arrangement plays at 92 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Water Under The Bridge" 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 Under The Bridge"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Water Under The Bridge"?
"Water Under The Bridge" was originally performed by Adele. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Adele can I play here?
Try "SOMEONE LIKE YOU", "Hello", "SKYFALL". 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 Under The Bridge". Key of G, 92 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.