Baby Grand

by Billy Joel
Loading song
Fetching song
1
—
How to Play This Song

Learn a simple version, phrase by phrase: the melody, then easy chords.

Start the lesson
Personalize the finger hints for your handsPick your hand size and we'll re-suggest this song's fingering to fit you.Personalize
More ways to play

Other arrangements of Baby Grand

Pick a learning view.

Lyrics

Late at night,

I’ve when it’s dark and cold,

I reach out this world.

for some one to ways be (Gm)there.

When I’m for tunes,

when I’m lone ly, nough.

she comes through.

for wom en,

She’s the on ly one who (D7)can.

my hands.

But My ba by (Gm7)grand

is all I (A)need.

In my time,

I’ve but they ev ’ry where

I a round had fame,

She would al n’t ways be (Gm)there.

An y for tunes,

an y hour, e nough.

all it takes for wom en,

is the pow er just one (D7)in my hands.

But This ba by (Gm7)grand

is all I (A)need.

(Gm7)grand’s

been good to (F)me.

I’ve had friends,

I’ve but they slipped a way.

I And I’ve had fame,

but it does n’t ways be (Gm)there.

I’ve made for tunes,

spent them fast e nough.

all As takes for wom en,

they don’t last with just one (D7)man.

my hands.

But my ba by (Gm7)grand

is all I (A)need.

(Gm7)grand’s

been good to (F)me.

(Gm7)grand

is gon na stand by (F)me.

They (Dm)say

no one’s (Dm7)gon na play this on the ra di o.

They said mel an (Dm7)chol y blues were dead and (Cm7)gone.

But on ly songs like these,

played in (E)mi nor keys,

keep those mem o (Ab)ries hold ing (Gm7)on.

I’ve come far

from the life I strayed in.

And I’ve

got the scars

from those (C)dives I (D7)played in.

Now I’m home

and I’m wea ry,

and in my bones,

ev ’ry (E)drear y one night (Am7)stand.

My

ba by grand

is com ing (A)home with me,

(A7)with me.

Ev er (C)since this gig be gan,

my ba by (C7)grand’s

been good to (B)me.

Baby Grand — Simple Sheet Music

4 people have learned this song

"Baby Grand" 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 Bb, 90 BPM.

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

About “Baby Grand”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Baby Grand"?
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 "Baby Grand" by Billy Joel played in?
Baby Grand is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Baby Grand"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Baby Grand" 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 "Baby Grand"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Baby Grand"?
"Baby Grand" was originally performed by Billy Joel. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Baby Grand"?
This arrangement uses 25 chords: A7, Ab7, Abdim7, Am7, Bb, Bbm7, Bbm9, Bm7, +17 more.
What other songs by Billy Joel can I play here?
Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". 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 "Baby Grand". Key of Bb, 90 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.