Where Time Stands Still

by Mary Chapin Carpenter
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Ba by, where’s that place where time (C)stands still?

I re mem ber like a (G)lov er can, but I for get it like a (C)leav er will.

It’s no place you can (Gmaj7)get to by your self; you’ve got to love some one and (G)they love you.

Time will stop for (C)noth ing else.

And (F)mem o ry plays tricks on us: this emp the more we cling, the less we trust.

And the (F)less we trust, the more we hurt, and as (Am)time goes on it just gets worse.

ter.

So ba by, where’s that (Gmaj7)place where time (C)stood still?

Is it un der glass in (G)side a frame?

Was it o ver when you (G)had your fill?

And (G)lov er can, but I for get it like a (G)leav er will.

It’s the first time that you (G)held my hand;

its the smell, and the (G)taste, and the fear, and the (Cm6)thrill.

It’s ev ’ry thing I (G)un der stand and all the things I nev er (G)will.

Where Time Stands Still — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

Learn "Where Time Stands Still" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of G, 80 BPM.

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

About “Where Time Stands Still

Can I play "Where Time Stands Still" without reading sheet music?
Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Where Time Stands Still" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Where Time Stands Still" by Mary Chapin Carpenter played in?
Where Time Stands Still 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 "Where Time Stands Still"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Where Time Stands Still" 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 "Where Time Stands Still"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Where Time Stands Still"?
"Where Time Stands Still" was originally performed by Mary Chapin Carpenter. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Where Time Stands Still"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am, Bm7, C, C6, Cm6, D, D7, Em7, +3 more.
What other songs by Mary Chapin Carpenter can I play here?
Try "SHUT UP AND KISS ME", "CLOSER AND CLOSER APART", "WHY SHOULDN'T WE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Where Time Stands Still"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Where Time Stands Still" is perfect for first-time players.
Do I need to read music to play "Where Time Stands Still"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Where Time Stands Still" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.

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