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In the (E)year of thir ty nine as sem bled here the vol un teers, the in the (D)days (A)when lands were few,
here the (F#m)ship sailed out in to the (D)blue and sun ny morn,
though the sweet est (E)sight ev er (A)seen.
And the (E)night is fol lowed and day.
grey, And the (F#dim)sto ry tell ers say
That the (F#m)score brave (C#7)souls (F#m)in side.
Oh, For (A)man y a lone ly day
sailed a (E)cross the milk y seas, Your Ne’er looked (F#m)back, (D)nev er feared,
(D)nev er cried.
Don’t you (A)hear my call
though you’re (D)man y years a way.
Don’t you hear me call ing (E)you?
Write your (A)let ters (C#7)in the (F#m)sand (A)for the day I (A)take your (Bm)hand, (E)In the (A)land (D)that our (E)grand chil dren (A)knew.
In the (E)year of thri ty nine as came a ship in from the blue, the vol un (D)teers (A)came home that day,
and they (F#m)bring good news in of a (D)world so new ly born,
though their hearts so (E)heav i ly (A)weigh.
For the (E)night is fol lowed and day.
grey, lit tle (F#dim)dar lin’, we’ll a way.
But my (F#m)love, this (C#7)can (F#m)not be,
Oh, so (A)man y a years have gone,
though I’m (E)old er but a year, Your moth er’s (F#m)eyes (D)from your eyes
(D)cry to me.
Don’t you (A)hear my call
though you’re (D)man y years a way.
Don’t you hear me call ing (E)you?
Write your (A)let ters (C#7)in the (F#m)sand (A)for the day I (A)take your (Bm)hand, (E)In the (A)land (D)that our (E)grand chil dren (A)knew.
In the (A)land (D)that our (E)grand chil dren (A)knew.
Don’t you
All your (A)let ters (C#7)in the (F#m)sand (A)can not (D)heal me (A)like your (Bm)hand, for my (F#m)life still a (E)head,
pit y (A)me.
'39 — Simple Sheet Music
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"'39" 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 A, 120 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “'39”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "'39"?
- 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 "'39" by Queen played in?
- '39 is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "'39"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "'39" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "'39"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "'39"?
- "'39" was originally performed by Queen. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "'39"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, Bm, C#7, D, E, F#dim, F#m.
- What other songs by Queen can I play here?
- Try "BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY", "BICYCLE RACE", "SOMEBODY TO LOVE". 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 "'39". Key of A, 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.