Other arrangements of Brave
Pick a learning view.
The gate is (G)wide, the road is (Am)paved in mod er (F)a tion.
The crowd is (G)kind and quick to (Am)pull you in.
I Wel come (G)to the mid dle ground; it’s safe and (F)read sound,
(C)and un til (G)now, it’s where I’ve (Am)been.
’Cause it’s been (Dm7)fear
that ties me down to (G)ev ’ry thing.
But it’s been (Dm7)love,
Your love,
that cuts the (Gsus)strings.
So long, sta tus quo,
I think I (F)just let go.
You make me want to be (F)brave.
The way it (G)al ways was is no long er good e nough.
You make me want to be (F)brave,
(F)brave,
(F)brave.
The I am (G)small the and I (Am)speak in when I’m (F)spo ken
but I am (G)will and ing to (Am)risk it all.
I say Your (G)name, the just Your name, it’s and I’m (F)read y
(C)jump, e ven (G)read it’s y to (Am)fall.
’Cause Why did (Dm7)I
take this me vow of (G)com pro mise?
Why did I (Dm7)try
to keep
it all in (Gsus)side?
So long, sta tus quo,
I think I (F)just let go.
You make me want to be (F)brave.
The way it (G)al ways was is no long er good e nough.
You make me want to be (F)brave,
(F)brave,
(F)brave.
(F)brave.
I’ve nev er known a fire that (Am)did n’t be gin with a flame.
Ev ’ry storm will start with (F)just a drop of rain.
But if (C)You be lieve in (Dsus)me,
that chang es (F)ev ’ry thing.
So
long,
I’m
gone.
(F)brave.
Brave — Simple Sheet Music
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"Brave" 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, 140 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 “Brave”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Brave"?
- 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 "Brave" by Nichole Nordeman played in?
- Brave 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 "Brave"?
- The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Brave" 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 "Brave"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Brave"?
- "Brave" was originally performed by Nichole Nordeman. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Nichole Nordeman can I play here?
- Try "HOLY", "WE BUILD", "WHAT IF". 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 "Brave". Key of C, 140 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.