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(G)I (Gmaj7)was (G7)blue just as (C6)blue as (C7)I could (G)be.
Ev (Gmaj7)’ry (G7)day was a (C6)cloud y (G6)day (Gm6)for (A7)me.
(Bm)Then good (F#)luck came a (F#7)knock ing at my (D7)door.
(G)Skies (Gmaj7)were (G7)gray, but they’re (C6)not gray (C7)an y (G)more.
(Em)Blue skies
(B7)smil ing at (G)me.
Noth ing (Cm6)but (G)blue skies
(D)do I see.
(Em)Blue birds
(B7)sing ing a (G)song;
noth ing (Cm6)but (G)blue birds
(D)all day long.
Nev er saw the sun (Cm)shin ing so (G)bright.
(Cm)Nev er saw (G)things (Cm)go ing so (G)right.
No tic ing the days (Cm)hur ry ing (G)by; (Cm)when you’re in (G)love, (D7)my, how they (G)fly.
(Em)Blue days,
(B7)all of them (G)gone.
Noth ing (Cm6)but (G)blue skies
(D)from now on.
(Em)Blue skies
(B7)smil ing at (G)me.
Noth ing (Cm6)but (G)blue skies
(D)do I see.
(Em)Blue birds
(B7)sing ing a (G)song;
noth ing (Cm6)but (G)blue birds
(D)all day long.
Nev er saw the sun (Cm)shin ing so (G)bright.
(Cm)Nev er saw (G)things (Cm)go ing so (G)right.
No tic ing the days (Cm)hur ry ing (G)by; (Cm)when you’re in (G)love, (D7)my, how they (G)fly.
(Em)Blue days,
(B7)all of them (G)gone.
Noth ing (Cm6)but (G)blue skies
(D)from now on.
Blue Skies — Simple Sheet Music
"Blue Skies" 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, 132 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 “Blue Skies”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Blue Skies"?
- 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 "Blue Skies" by Irving Berlin played in?
- Blue Skies 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 "Blue Skies"?
- The arrangement plays at 132 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Blue Skies" 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 "Blue Skies"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Blue Skies"?
- "Blue Skies" was originally performed by Irving Berlin. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Blue Skies"?
- This arrangement uses 21 chords: A, A7, B7, Baug, Bm, C#m7, C6, C7, +13 more.
- What other songs by Irving Berlin can I play here?
- Try "MARIE", "A PRETTY GIRL IS LIKE A MELODY", "A COUPLE OF SWELLS". 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 "Blue Skies". Key of G, 132 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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