Other arrangements of Black Keys
Pick a learning view.
She walks a way,
(Absus)col ors fade to gray
and (Bbm7)ev ’ry pre cious mo ment’s now a waste.
She hits the gas,
(Absus)hop ing it would pass.
But the red light starts to flash, it’s time to wait.
’Cause the black keys
(Bbm7)nev er looked so (Ab)beau ti ful and a per fect rain bow (Db)nev er seemed so dull.
And the lights out
(Bbm7)nev er had this (Ab)bright a glow.
And the black keys
are (Bbm7)show ing me a world I nev er knew, no,
a world I nev er knew.
She hates the sun ’cause it (Absus)proves she’s not a lone, and the world does n’t re volve a round her soul,
no.
She loves the sky ’cause it (Absus)val i dates her pride,
(Bbm7)nev er lets them know when she is wrong.
’Cause the black keys
(Bbm7)nev er looked so (Ab)beau ti ful and a per fect rain bow (Db)nev er seemed so dull.
And the lights out
(Bbm7)nev er had this (Ab)bright a glow.
And the black keys
are (Bbm7)show ing me a world I nev er knew, no.
And the walls are clos ing in,
don’t (Gb)let them get
in (Bbm7)side of your head,
don’t (Gb)let them get
in (Bbm7)side of your head.
Don’t (Gb)let them get
in (Bbm7)side of (Ab)your (Ebm7)head,
don’t (Gb)let them
in (Ab)side.
’Cause the black keys
(Bbm7)nev er looked so (Ab)beau ti ful and a per fect rain bow (Db)nev er seemed so dull.
Oh,
and the lights out
(Bbm7)nev er had this (Ab)bright a glow.
And the black keys
are (Bbm7)show ing me a world I nev er knew.
Don’t (Db)let them get, don’t (Bbm7)let them get in (Ab)side of your head.
No, don’t (Db)let them get
in (Ab)side of your head.
Don’t (Db)let them get, don’t (Bbm7)let them get in (Ab)side of your head.
Don’t (Db)let them get, no,
in (Ab)side of your head.
Some times a fight
is (Absus)bet ter black and (Ab)white.
Black Keys — Simple Sheet Music
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"Black Keys" 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 Gb, 75 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 “Black Keys”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Black Keys"?
- 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 "Black Keys" by Jonas Brothers played in?
- Black Keys is arranged in the key of Gb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Black Keys"?
- The arrangement plays at 75 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Black Keys" 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 "Black Keys"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Black Keys"?
- "Black Keys" was originally performed by Jonas Brothers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Black Keys"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: Ab, Absus4, Bbm7, Db, Ebm7, Gb, Gb6, Gbmaj7.
- What other songs by Jonas Brothers can I play here?
- Try "KIDS OF THE FUTURE", "WHEN YOU LOOK ME IN THE EYES", "A LITTLE BIT LONGER". 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 "Black Keys". Key of Gb, 75 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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