Other arrangements of Brave
Pick a learning view.
The gate is wide, the road is paved in mod er a tion.
The crowd is kind and quick to pull you in.
Wel come to the mid dle ground; it’s safe and sound, and un til now it’s where I’ve been.
’Cause it’s been (F#m7)fear
that ties me down to ev ’ry thing.
But it’s been (F#m7)love,
Your love, that cuts the strings.
So long, sta tus quo,
I think I just let go.
You make me want to be brave.
The way it al ways was
is no long er good e nough.
You make me want to be brave,
(Asus2)brave,
(Asus2)brave.
I am (Bsus)small and I (C#m)speak when I’m (Asus2)spo ken to,
but I am (Bsus)will ing to risk it all.
I say Your name, just Your name, and I’m (Asus2)read y to jump,
e ven (Bsus)read y to fall.
Why did I
take this vow of com pro mise?
Why did I
try to keep it
all in side?
(A)brave.
I’ve nev er known a fire that (C#m)did n’t be gin with a flame.
Ev ’ry storm will start with just a drop of rain.
But if (E)You be lieve in (F#sus)me,
that chang es (Amaj7)ev ’ry thing.
So
long,
I’m
gone.
So long, sta tus quo,
I think I just let go.
You make me want to be brave.
I want (E)to be brave.
The way it al ways was
is no long er good e nough.
You make me want to be brave,
(Asus2)brave,
(A)brave,
(A)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 E, 144 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 “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 E 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 144 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Brave" 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 "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 chords are used in "Brave"?
- This arrangement uses 14 chords: A, Amaj7, Apow, Asus2, B, Bsus4, C, C#m, +6 more.
- 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 E, 144 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.