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What’s it all a bout,
(D)Al fie?
Is it (Amaj7)just
for the mo ment we (C#m7)live?
What’s it (Bm7sus4)all a (Bm7)bout when you sort it out, Al fie?
Are we meant to take (C)more than we give,
or (Bm9)are we meant
to be (E13)kind.
(E)And if (Amaj7)on ly fools are kind,
Al fie,
then I guess it is wise to be (C#m7)cruel.
And if (Bm7)life
be longs
on ly (C#m7)to the strong, Al fie,
what will you lend on an old (A)gold en rule?
As (G#m)sure as I be (C7)lieve
there’s a heav en a (G#m7)bove, Al fie,
I (G#m7)know
there’s (E)some thing much (C7)more,
some thing e ven non be liev (E)ers (C#m)can be lieve (G#7)in.
I be lieve in love,
Al fie.
With out true (D)love, we just ex (C#m7)ist,
Al fie.
Un til you (G#7)find the (G#7)love
you’ve missed,
you’re (F#m)noth ing, (B)Al
fie.
(Bm)When you walk, let your heart (C)lead the way
and (D)you’ll find love an y day, (Eb)Al fie,
(D)Al fie,
(A)Al
fie.
Alfie — Simple Sheet Music
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"Alfie" 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, 90 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 “Alfie”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Alfie"?
- 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 "Alfie" by Barbra Streisand played in?
- Alfie 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 "Alfie"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Alfie" 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 "Alfie"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Alfie"?
- "Alfie" was originally performed by Barbra Streisand. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Alfie"?
- This arrangement uses 29 chords: A, Adim7, Amaj7, B7, Bdom, Bm, Bm7, Bm9, +21 more.
- What other songs by Barbra Streisand can I play here?
- Try "ORDINARY MIRACLES", "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes", "My Man (Mon Homme)". 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 "Alfie". Key of A, 90 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.