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Babe, I’m leav in’.
I must be on my way.
The time is draw
ing (A7sus)near.
My train is go ing,
I see it in your eyes.
The love be neath
your (A7sus)tears.
But I’ll be lone ly with out
(A)you
and I’ll need your love to see me (A)through.
So please be lieve me,
my heart is in your hand
and (Em7)I’ll
be (A7sus)miss
ing (D6)you.
’Cause you (A7)know it’s (D)you,
(A)babe,
when (G)ev er I get wea ry and I’ve (Bm)had e (A)nough,
feel like (Bm)giv ing (A)up.
You know it’s (D)you,
(A)babe,
(G)giv ing me the cour age and the (Bm)strength I (A)need.
(Bm)Please be (A)lieve
that it’s (Gmaj7)true,
babe, I love (D6)you.
(Bb)Ah,
(Bb)ah,
(D)ah,
(D)ah,
(Bb)ah,
(Bb)ah,
(G)ah,
(A)ah,
(G)ah,
(A)ah, you know it’s
Babe, I’m leav in’.
I’ll say it once a gain
and some how try
to (A7sus)smile.
I know the feel ing
we’re try ing to for get
if on ly for
a (A7sus)while.
’Cause I’ll be lone ly with out
(A)you
and I’ll need your love to see me (A)through.
But please be lieve me,
my heart is in your hands,
’cause (Em7)I’ll
be (A7sus)miss
ing (D6)you.
Babe, I love you.
Babe, I love you,
ooh,
(A7)ooh, (D6)babe.
Babe — Simple Sheet Music
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"Babe" 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, 60 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 “Babe”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Babe"?
- 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 "Babe" by Styx played in?
- Babe 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 "Babe"?
- The arrangement plays at 60 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Babe" 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 "Babe"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Babe"?
- "Babe" was originally performed by Styx. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Babe"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: A, A7, Bb, Bm, Bm7, C, D, D6, +4 more.
- What other songs by Styx can I play here?
- Try "MR. ROBOTO", "COME SAIL AWAY", "BLUE COLLAR MAN". 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 "Babe". Key of D, 60 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.
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