Anytime You Need A Friend

by Beu Sisters
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Lyrics

(D)When you’re (A13)sad,

(D)when you’re feel (A13)in’ low,

when (Bm)you’re hurt and (Em)don’t know where (A7sus)to go, (G)think of (F#m)me;

there I’ll (E)be

(Em7)an y time you need a friend.

(D)When you’re (A13)down

(D)and your luck (A13)runs out,

or (Bm)if you’re in (Em)trou ble or (A7sus)in doubt, (G)it’s o (F#m)kay;

turn my (E)way

(Em7)an y time you need a friend.

(Em7)an y time (A7sus)you need a friend.

When you’re scared,

I will stay (A)with you.

When you (Gmaj7)feel you’ve fall en,

I’ll (A)lift you.

When your (Bm7)heart (C#7)breaks,

I’ll (F#m9)ease your (D#)aches.

What (Em7)ev er it takes, I’m in,

an y time you need a friend.

an y time you need a friend.

Oh, oh, oh.

(When you need a friend.)

(G)Come what (F#m)may,

there I’ll (E7)stay,

(Em7)now un til the (F#)ver y end,

(Em)an y time,

(Asus)an y time you need a friend.

An y time.

(Asus)(What ev er it takes.)

An y time,

I’ll be there

(Em7)an y time (Asus)you need

a friend.

Anytime You Need A Friend — Simple Sheet Music

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"Anytime You Need A Friend" 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 D, 96 BPM.

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

About “Anytime You Need A Friend”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Anytime You Need A Friend"?
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 "Anytime You Need A Friend" by Beu Sisters played in?
Anytime You Need A Friend is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Anytime You Need A Friend"?
The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Anytime You Need A Friend" 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 "Anytime You Need A Friend"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Anytime You Need A Friend"?
"Anytime You Need A Friend" was originally performed by Beu Sisters. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Anytime You Need A Friend"?
This arrangement uses 20 chords: A, A7, Adom, Asus4, Bm, Bm7, Bpow, C#7, +12 more.
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 "Anytime You Need A Friend". Key of D, 96 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.