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(C)What’s it all a bout,
(F)Al
Is it (Cmaj7)just for the (C6)mo ment we (Em7)live?
What’s it (Dm7)all a bout when you sort it (Em7)out, Al fie?
(Dm7)Are we meant (F)to take more (Cdim7)than we give,
or (F)are we meant to be kind?
And if
(C)on ly fools are kind,
(F)Al
then I (Cmaj7)guess it is (C6)wise to be (Bb7)cruel.
And if (Dm7)life be longs on ly to the (Em7)strong, Al fie,
what (Dm)will you lend (F)on an old (Cdim7)gold en rule?
As (Bm7)sure
as I be (A)lieve
there’s a heav en a (Bm7)bove,
Al fie,
I (Bm7)know
there’s some thing much (Am7)more,
some thing e ven (G9)non
be liev ers (G)can
be lieve in.
(C)I be lieve in love,
(F)Al
With out true (F)love we just ex (Em7)ist,
Al fie.
Un til you (F7)find the love you’ve (Am7)missed
you’re noth ing,
(D)Al fie.
(F)When you walk let your heart (Cdim7)lead the way,
and (F)you’ll find love an y day, (C)Al fie,
(C)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 C, 72 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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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 Bacharach & David played in?
- Alfie 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 "Alfie"?
- The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Alfie" 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 "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 Bacharach & David. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Bacharach & David can I play here?
- Try "ONE LESS BELL TO ANSWER", "A HOUSE IS NOT A HOME", "I SAY A LITTLE PRAYER". 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 C, 72 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.