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(E5)Back in black, I hit the sack, I’ve been too (CN.C.)long, I’m glad to be back.
Yes, I’m let loose from the noose that’s (CN.C.)kept me hang in’ a bout.
I keep (E5)look in’ at the sky (D5)’cause it’s get tin’ me high.
For get the (CN.C.)hearse ’cause I’ll nev er die.
I got nine lives, cat’s eyes, a bus in’ ev ’ry (CN.C.)one of them and run nin’ wild.
’Cause I’m back,
(A5)yes, I’m back.
(A5)Well, I’m back,
yes, (A5)I’m (G5)back.
(G5)Well, I’m back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G)back in black,
yes, I’m (D)back in black.
Oh!
(E5)Back in black, I hit the sack, I’ve been too (CN.C.)long, I’m glad to be back.
Yes, I’m let loose from the noose that’s (CN.C.)kept me hang in’ a bout.
I keep (E5)look in’ at the sky (D5)’cause it’s get tin’ me high.
For get the (CN.C.)hearse ’cause I’ll nev er die.
I got nine lives, cat’s eyes, a bus in’ ev ’ry (CN.C.)one of them and run nin’ wild.
’Cause I’m back,
(A5)yes, I’m back.
(A5)Well, I’m back,
yes, (A5)I’m (G5)back.
(G5)Well, I’m back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G)back in black,
yes, I’m (D)back in black.
Oh!
Well, (A5)I’m
Well, I’m (A5)back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G5)back,
(G5)back,
back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G)back in black,
yes, I’m (D)back in black.
I wan na say it!
Back In Black — Simple Sheet Music
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"Back In Black" 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, 92 BPM.
This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with power chords and driving rock rhythm in the key of E.
Your left hand carries an octave bass pattern throughout, so get comfortable stretching that octave shape and landing it cleanly before you add the right hand — practice that left hand alone at around 70 BPM until it feels automatic.
Your right hand moves through nine chord shapes including several power chords like Epow, Bpow, and Dpow, and the trickiest transitions are the quick shifts between G and D shapes, especially when they land on off-beats.
Watch your timing carefully there — it's tempting to rush those changes, so loop that section slowly until the syncopation sits in your hands, not just your head.
At 92 BPM the tempo is moderate but the energy needs to stay relentless, so keep your touch punchy and consistent rather than heavy.
Once both hands lock in together, you'll feel that pocket click into place.
This is the song that'll really solidify your power-chord vocabulary and teach you how steady rhythm drives a rock groove.
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About “Back In Black”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Back In Black"?
- 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 "Back In Black" by AC/DC played in?
- Back In Black 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 "Back In Black"?
- The arrangement plays at 92 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Back In Black" 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 "Back In Black"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Back In Black"?
- "Back In Black" was originally performed by AC/DC. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Back In Black"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Apow, Bpow, C, D, Dpow, Epow, G, +1 more.
- What other songs by AC/DC can I play here?
- Try "THUNDERSTRUCK", "DIRTY DEEDS DONE DIRT CHEAP", "YOU SHOOK ME ALL NIGHT LONG". 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 "Back In Black". Key of E, 92 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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