As Tears Go By

by Marianne Faithfull
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Lyrics

It is the (F7)eve ning of the (Ab)day,

I sit and (F7)watch the chil dren (Ab)play.

Smil ing fac es (Bb7)I can see,

but not for (Cm)me.

I sit and watch as (Gm)tears (Fm7)go (Bb7)by.

My rich es (F7)can’t buy ev ’ry (Ab)thing,

I want to (F7)hear the chil dren (Ab)sing.

All I hear es (Bb7)is the sound

but not for (Cm)me.

I sit and watch as (Gm)tears (Fm7)go (Bb7)by.

of rain fall ing (Cm)on the ground,

I sit and watch as (Gm)tears (Fm7)go (Bb7)by.

It is the (F7)eve ning of the (Ab)day,

I sit and (F7)watch the chil dren (Ab)play.

Do in’ things I (Bb7)used to do,

they think are (Cm)new.

I sit and watch as (Gm)tears (Fm7)go (Bb7)by.

Mm.

Mm.

(Fm7)Mm.

As Tears Go By — Simple Sheet Music

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"As Tears Go By" 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 Eb, 112 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 “As Tears Go By”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "As Tears Go By"?
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 "As Tears Go By" by Marianne Faithfull played in?
As Tears Go By is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "As Tears Go By"?
The arrangement plays at 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "As Tears Go By" 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 "As Tears Go By"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "As Tears Go By"?
"As Tears Go By" was originally performed by Marianne Faithfull. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "As Tears Go By"?
This arrangement uses 8 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Cm, Eb, F7, Fm7, Gm.
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 "As Tears Go By". Key of Eb, 112 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.