Other arrangements of Breathe
Pick a learning view.
(C#m)I
played the (Bsus)fool to day
and (C#m)I
just dream of (A)van ish ing (G#m)in to the (C#m)crowd.
Long ing for home a gain,
but (C#m)home
is a (Amaj7)feel ing I bur ied in you.
I’m al right, I’m al right.
It on ly hurts when I breathe.
(CN.C.)And I can’t (C#m)ask for things to be still a gain.
No, I can’t (C#m)ask if I
could (Amaj7)walk through the (C#m)world in your eyes.
Long ing for home a gain,
but (C#m)home
is a (Amaj7)feel ing I bur ied in you.
I’m al right, I’m al right.
It on ly hurts when I breathe.
I’m al right, I’m al right.
It on ly hurts when I breathe.
My (C#m)win dow through which noth ing hides
and ev ’ry thing sings.
I’m (C#m)count ing the signs
and curs ing the miles in be tween,
(A)oh.
And (C#m)home
is a (Amaj7)feel ing I bur ied in you, that I bur ied in you.
When I breathe,
yeah, it (C#m)on ly (B)hurts when I breathe,
when I breathe,
oh, it (C#m)on ly (B)hurts when I breathe.
Breathe — Simple Sheet Music
7 people have learned this song
"Breathe" 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, 94 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
Try other practice modes:
About “Breathe”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Breathe"?
- 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 "Breathe" by Melissa Etheridge played in?
- Breathe 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 "Breathe"?
- The arrangement plays at 94 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Breathe" 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 "Breathe"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Breathe"?
- "Breathe" was originally performed by Melissa Etheridge. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Breathe"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: A, Amaj7, B, Bsus4, C, C#m, E, F#m, +2 more.
- What other songs by Melissa Etheridge can I play here?
- Try "PIECE OF MY HEART", "MERRY CHRISTMAS, BABY", "I WANT TO COME OVER". 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 "Breathe". Key of E, 94 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.