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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "As If I Didn't Know" by Adam Wade, in E major at about 111 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "As If I Didn't Know" by Adam Wade

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “As If I Didn't Know” by Adam Wade.

As If I Didn't Know by Adam Wade
Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The acoustic guitar part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrecountry · pop · soft rock
Moodmelancholic · reflective · heartbroken
Signatureheartbroken country ballad with a pop sensibility
E major
Key
111
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
E7
A
B7
B
B9
Amaj/5
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑chorusChorusVersePre‑chorusChorusBridgeFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
gentle, finger‑picked arpeggios providing the harmonic foundation
string section
lush, sustained pads that swell during the choruses and bridge, adding a cinematic, sorrowful layer
bass guitar
warm, round, syncopated line that anchors the rhythm
piano
melancholic, sustained chords and occasional melodic fills that deepen the emotional tone
drums
soft, brushed snare and light hi‑hat pattern, keeping a steady, understated pulse
electric guitar
subtle, clean strumming that adds texture in the choruses
Album & artist
ALBUM

Greatest Hits (1993)

A 1993 compilation pulling together Wade's best work from his early recording years, giving listeners a look at the smooth pop singles that made him a chart presence in the 1960s.

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Artist

Adam Wade

Adam Wade (1935 to 2022) was a singer, actor, and drummer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania who built his career in the early 1960s as a pop and easy listening vocalist. He scored several Top Ten hits on the Billboard Hot 100, with a vocal style often compared to Johnny Mathis and a deep influence from Nat King Cole. Beyond music, he made history in 1975 as the first African American to host a network television game show.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "As If I Didn't Know" in?

"As If I Didn't Know" by Adam Wade is in E major.

What is the tempo of "As If I Didn't Know"?

"As If I Didn't Know" plays at around 111 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "As If I Didn't Know"?

The core progression is E, E7, A, B7, B, and B9, built around the E major tonal center.

What instruments play on "As If I Didn't Know"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, piano, and string section.

Can I get "As If I Didn't Know" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "As If I Didn't Know" by Adam Wade, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "As If I Didn't Know" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"As If I Didn't Know" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 111 BPM in E major with 7 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "As If I Didn't Know" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "As If I Didn't Know" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "As If I Didn't Know" on?

"As If I Didn't Know" appears on Greatest Hits (1993).

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How accurate is the transcription?

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