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Is there an y one who ev er re mem bers chang ing their mind from the paint on a sign.
Is there an y one who real ly re calls ev er break ing rank at all for some thing some one yelled real loud one time.
Oh, ev ’ry one be lieves
in how they it ought to be.
Oh, ev ’ry one be lieves,
and (Bbmaj7)they’re not go ing eas (Am)i ly.
Be lief is a ti ful ar mor, but makes for the heav i est sword.
Like punch ing un der wa ter, you (Dm)nev er can hit who you’re try ing (Gm)for.
Some need the ex hi bi tion, some have to know they tried.
It’s the chem i cal weap on for the war that’s rag ing on in side.
Oh, ev ’ry one be lieves,
from (Bbmaj7)emp ti ness to ev ’ry thing.
Oh, ev ’ry one be lieves,
and (Bbmaj7)no one’s go ing qui et ly.
We’re nev er gon na (Gm7)win the world.
We’re nev er gon na (Gm)stop the war.
We’re nev er gon na (Gm7)beat this if be lief is what we’re fight ing for.
We’re nev er gon na (Gm7)win the world.
We’re nev er gon na (Gm)stop the war.
We’re nev er gon na (Gm7)beat this if be lief is what we’re fight ing for.
is what we’re fight ing for.
Is there an y one
who can re mem ber, ev er sur ren der, with their life on the line?
Da (Gm7)da da da da (Gm6)da da (Gm)da da da da (Dm)da da (Gm7)da da da da (Gm6)da da.
What puts a hun dred thou sand chil dren in the sand?
Be lief can,
be lief can.
What puts the fold ed flag in side his moth er’s hand?
Be lief can,
be lief can.
Belief — Simple Sheet Music
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"Belief" 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, 100 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 “Belief”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Belief"?
- 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 "Belief" by John Mayer played in?
- Belief 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 "Belief"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Belief" 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 "Belief"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Belief"?
- "Belief" was originally performed by John Mayer. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Belief"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Am, Bb, Bbmaj7, C7, Dm, F, Gm, Gm6, +1 more.
- What other songs by John Mayer can I play here?
- Try "Something's Missing", "Clarity", "Friends, Lovers or Nothing". 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 "Belief". Key of D, 100 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.


