Other arrangements of Abacab
Pick a learning view.
Look up on the wall, pin’
(C)there on the (Bb)floor,
(C)un der the pil low,
be hind els the (Bb)door.
name.
(C)There’s a crack in the mir ror.
Some (C)where there’s a hole in a (C7)win dow pane.
well, Do you think I’m to blame?
(C)where.
Tell me, do you (F)think I’m to (F)blame?
(When we (G)do it) you’re (F)nev (G)er there.
(When you (G)show it) you (F)stop (G)and stare.
(Ab a (G)cab,) he’s in (F)an (G)y where.
(Ab a (G)cab.)
Look It’s If you’re wrap sion.
(C)up It’s the (Bb)world
(C)un ’cause you’ve tak en
some one one e’s (Bb)girl, name.
(C)when they turn on the pil low,
e (C)ven when they an swer the (C7)tel e phone,
well, don’t you think that by now...
(C)where.
Tell me, don’t you (F)think that by (F)now...
(When we (G)do it) you’re (F)nev (G)er there.
(When you (G)show it) you (F)stop (G)and stare.
(Ab a (G)cab,) he’s in (F)an (G)y where.
(Ab a (G)cab.)
(Ab a (G)cab) does n’t real ly care.
Do you (E)want it?
You got it.
Now you know.
Do you want it?
You got it.
Now you know.
Yeah, there’s a (F)hole in there (Bb)some (C)where.
Ba by, there’s a (F)hole in there (Bb)some (C)where.
Now, there’s a (F)hole in there (F)some (G)where.
(When we (G)do it) you’re (F)nev (G)er there.
(When you (G)show it) you (F)stop (G)and stare.
(Ab a (G)cab,) he’s in (F)an (G)y where.
(Ab a (G)cab.)
Abacab — Simple Sheet Music
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"Abacab" 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 C, 100 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 “Abacab”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Abacab"?
- 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 "Abacab" by Genesis played in?
- Abacab is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Abacab"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Abacab" 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 "Abacab"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Abacab"?
- "Abacab" was originally performed by Genesis. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Abacab"?
- This arrangement uses 16 chords: Apow, Bb, C, C6, C7, C9, Cm7, Cmin, +8 more.
- What other songs by Genesis can I play here?
- Try "THROWING IT ALL AWAY", "IN TOO DEEP", "I CAN'T DANCE". 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 "Abacab". Key of C, 100 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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