A Thousand Kisses Deep

by Leonard Cohen
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Lyrics

The pon ies run,

the girls are young,

the odds are (Fm)there to beat.

You win a while

and then it’s done,

your lit tle (Db)win ning streak.

And sum moned (Bbm)now

had to deal (C7)drive,

with your in vin ci ble de feat,

you live your (Bbm)life

as if it’s (C)real,

a thou sand (Eb)kiss es deep.

I’m turn ing tricks,

I’m get ting fixed,

I’m back on (Fm)Boo gie Street.

You lose your grip,

and then you slip

in to the (Db)mas ter piece.

And may be (Bbm)I

had miles to (C7)drive,

with your and prom is es to keep;

you ditch it (Bbm)all

to stay a (C)live,

a thou sand (Eb)kiss es deep.

I’m turn ing

And some times (Bbm)when

the night is (C7)slow,

the wretch ed and the meek,

we gath er (Bbm)up

our hearts and go

a thou sand (Eb)kiss es deep.

Con fined to sex

we pressed a gainst

the lim its (Fm)of the sea.

I saw there were

no o ceans left

that you were meant for scav en gers like me.

I made it (Bbm)to

the for to ward (C7)deck,

with your I blessed our rem nant fleet,

and then con (Bbm)sent ed

to got be (C)wrecked

a thou sand (Eb)kiss es deep.

I’m turn ing tricks,

I’m get ting fixed,

I’m back on (Fm)Boo gie Street.

I guess they won’t

ex changed the gifts

your lit tle win for scav en gers like me.

And qui et (Bbm)is

the thought to of (C7)you,

with your the file on you com plete,

ex cept what (Bbm)we ed

for if to (C)do

a thou sand (Eb)kiss es deep.

I’m turn ing

A Thousand Kisses Deep — Simple Sheet Music

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"A Thousand Kisses Deep" 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 Bb, 78 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “A Thousand Kisses Deep

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "A Thousand Kisses Deep"?
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 Thousand Kisses Deep" by Leonard Cohen played in?
A Thousand Kisses Deep is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "A Thousand Kisses Deep"?
The arrangement plays at 78 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "A Thousand Kisses Deep" 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 "A Thousand Kisses Deep"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "A Thousand Kisses Deep"?
"A Thousand Kisses Deep" was originally performed by Leonard Cohen. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "A Thousand Kisses Deep"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bbm, C, C7, Db, Dm7, Eb, Fm.
What other songs by Leonard Cohen can I play here?
Try "BIRD ON THE WIRE", "HALLELUJAH", "HALLELUJAH". 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 Thousand Kisses Deep". Key of Bb, 78 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.

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