Other arrangements of Arms
Pick a learning view.
(E)I nev er thought that you would be the one to hold my (G#m)heart.
But (E)you came a round then you knocked me off the ground from the (G#m)start.
(A)You put your (B)arms a round (A)me, and I be lieve that it’s (E)eas i er for you to let me go.
You (A)put your arms a (B)round me and I’m home.
(E)How man y times will you let me change my mind and turn a (G#m)round?
(E)I can’t de cide if I’ll let you save my life or if I’ll (G#m)drown.
I hope that you (B)see right
(E)through my walls.
I hope that you (B)catch me ’cause I’m al read y fall ing.
I’ll nev er (B)let a love get so close.
You put your arms a (B)round me and I’m home.
The (E)world is com ing down on me and I can’t find a rea son to be (G#m)loved.
I (E)nev er want to leave you, but I can’t make you bleed if I’m a (G#m)lone.
(A)You put your (B)arms a round (A)me, and I be lieve that it’s (E)eas i er for you to let me go.
(B)round me and I’m (C#m)home
(B)(home,
(G#m)home).
I (C#m)tried my best to (B)nev er let you (G#m)in to see the (A)truth.
And I’ve (C#m)nev er o pened (B)up.
I’ve nev er (G#m)tru ly see the (A)truth.
And I’ve loved
till (A)you put your (B)arms a round (A)me, and I be lieve that it’s (E)eas i er for you to let me go.
I hope that you (B)see right
(E)through my walls.
I hope that you (B)catch me ’cause I’m al read y fall ing.
I’ll nev er (B)let a love get so close.
You put your arms a (B)round me and I’m home.
You (A)put your arms a (B)round me and I’m home.
Arms — Simple Sheet Music
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"Arms" 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 E, 140 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 “Arms”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Arms"?
- 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 "Arms" by Christina Perri played in?
- Arms is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Arms"?
- The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Arms" 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 "Arms"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Arms"?
- "Arms" was originally performed by Christina Perri. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Arms"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: A, B, C#m, E, G#m.
- What other songs by Christina Perri can I play here?
- Try "A THOUSAND YEARS", "HUMAN", "Jar of Hearts". 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 "Arms". Key of E, 140 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.