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In the (Em)light of the (Am7)sun
(Fmaj7)is there an y (C)one?
(Fmaj7)Oh, it has be (G5)gun.
Oh, (Em)dear, you look so (Am7)lost.
Your (Fmaj7)eyes are red and (C)tears are shed.
This (Fmaj7)world you must have (G5)crossed.
You said, (C)“You don’t know me and (Em)you don’t e ven (F)care,
oh (Gsus)yeah.”
Well, you said, (C)“You don’t know me and (Em)you don’t wear my
chains,
oh (Gsus)yeah.”
Es (Em)sen tial yet ap (Am7)pealed,
you (Fmaj7)car ry all your (C)thoughts a (Fmaj7)cross an o pen (G5)field.
When the (Em)flowers gaze at (Am)you,
they’re (Fmaj7)not the on ly (C)ones
(Fmaj7)cry in’ when they see (G)you.
You said, (Gsus)yeah.” She said, “I think I’ll go to (C)Bos ton.
I think I’ll start a (Gsus)new life.
I think I’ll start it (F)o ver where no one knows my (Gsus)name.
I’ll get out of Cal i (C)for nia.
I’m tired of the (Gsus)weath er.
I think I’ll get a (F)lov er and fly him out to (G)Spain.
Oh yeah, I think I’ll go to (C)Bos ton.
I think that I’m just (Gsus)tired.
life.
I think I need a (F)new town to leave this all be (Gsus)hind.
I think I of need a (C)sun rise.
I’m tired of the (Gsus)sun set.
Hear it’s nice in the (F)sum mer, some snow him would be (G)Spain.
Oh yeah, I think I’ll go to (G)nice,
oh yeah.” (C)You don’t know me and (Em)you don’t e ven (F)care,
oh (Gsus)yeah.
(G)Bos ton.
(G7)No one knows my (F)name.
No one knows my (C)name.
No one knows my (F)name.
(G)No one knows my (C5)name.
Boston — Simple Sheet Music
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"Boston" 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 C, 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 “Boston”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Boston"?
- 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 "Boston" by Augustana played in?
- Boston is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Boston"?
- The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Boston" 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 "Boston"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Boston"?
- "Boston" was originally performed by Augustana. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Augustana can I play here?
- Try "BOSTON", "Boston". 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 "Boston". Key of C, 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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