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(G)Ben, the two of us need (D)look no more.
(G)We both found what we were (D7)look ing for.
(G)With a friend to call my (B7)own, I’ll nev er be a (F)lone, and (E)you, my friend, will (Am)see, you’ve (D7)got a friend in (G)me.
(Gm)Ben, you’re al ways run ing (D)here and there.
(Gm)You feel you’re not want ed (D7)an y where.
(G)If you ev er look be (B7)hind and don’t like what you (F)find, there’s (E)some thing you should (Am)know.
You’ve (D7)got a place to (G)go.
I (Am)used to say
(G)I and me.
(Am)Now it’s us,
(G)now it’s we.
I (Am)used to say
(G)I and me.
(Am)Now it’s us,
(G)now it’s we.
Ben, most peo ple would turn (D)you a way.
(G)I don’t lis ten to a (D7)word they say.
(G)They don’t see you as I (D7)do; I wish they would try (F)to.
I’m (E)sure they’d think a (Eb)gain if they (D7)had a friend like (G)Ben,
(a (G)friend)
like (G)Ben,
(like (G)Ben)
(Am)like (G)Ben.
Ben — Simple Sheet Music
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"Ben" 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 G, 96 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Ben”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Ben"?
- 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 "Ben" by Michael Jackson played in?
- Ben is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Ben"?
- The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Ben" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "Ben"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Ben"?
- "Ben" was originally performed by Michael Jackson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Michael Jackson can I play here?
- Try "MAN IN THE MIRROR", "YOU ROCK MY WORLD", "LOVING YOU". 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 "Ben". Key of G, 96 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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