A Note From Linda

by Matthew Sklar
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(A)To my dear est (E)Rob bie, I (F#m)think we need some (C#m)space.

(D)Please for give my (A)tim ing.

(D)Dot, dot, dot, (E)smil ey face.

You (A)see, I woke this (E)morn ing pre (F#m)pared to walk on (C#m)air but (D)real ized that you (A)cramped my style as I crimped my (E)hair.

You’re (A)just not that same (E)per son, the (F#m)guy I used to know.

I’m (D)not in love with (A)Rob bie now but (D)Rob bie sev en (E)years a go.

You could have been in Möt ley Crüe or (F#5)Da vid Lee Roth’s re place ment, but in (D5)stead you sing while (A5)peo ple chew, and you (B5)live in your grand ma’s base ment.

I (A)hope this note is (E)some thing that (F#m)you can rise a (C#m)bove.

Deep (D)down you weren’t in (A)love with me.

You were (D)just in love with (E)love.

And (A)so it’s best we (E)end this be (F#m)fore we e ven (Dm6)start.

(A)Signed, your pal, (F#m)Lin da.

The (E)“i” is (D)dot ted (E7sus4)with a bro ken (A)heart.

A Note From Linda — Simple Sheet Music

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"A Note From Linda" 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, 92 BPM.

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

About “A Note From Linda”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "A Note From Linda"?
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 "A Note From Linda" by Matthew Sklar played in?
A Note From Linda 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 "A Note From Linda"?
The arrangement plays at 92 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "A Note From Linda" 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 "A Note From Linda"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "A Note From Linda"?
"A Note From Linda" was originally performed by Matthew Sklar. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "A Note From Linda"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, Apow, Bpow, C#m, C#pow, D, Dm6, Dpow, +5 more.
What other songs by Matthew Sklar can I play here?
Try "If I Told You", "All About the Green", "Pop!". 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 "A Note From Linda". Key of A, 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.