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I be lieve in (Ab)mir a cles,
’cause it’s a (Eb)mir a cle
I’m here.
Guess you could call me (Ab)spir i tual,
’cause (Eb)phys i cal
is fear.
And it’s safe
to say, you the (Ab)storm’s gone a way, and I’m (Eb)danc ing on the morn ing af ter.
Yes, I’d love
to stay, but my (Ab)home’s the oth er way, and I (Eb)miss is jeal the love and laugh ter.
Some thing like fly ing;
hard to de (Abmaj9)scribe it.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der (Bb)wat er.
Some thing like free dom,
free dom.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der (Bb)wat er.
Ev ’ry moon and (Ab)ev ’ry star
’cause it’s knows (Eb)who you are,
you know.
So ev er if it (Ab)gets too dark,
you (Eb)nev er are
a lone.
And it’s safe
to say, you sur (Ab)ren der your day and to (Eb)pay back all the love you bor rowed.
Yes, And hope
that I had sur (Ab)vived the yes ter day, and to (Eb)day is jeal ous of to mor row.
Some thing like fly ing;
hard to de (Abmaj9)scribe it.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der (Bb)wat er.
Some thing like free dom,
free dom.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der (Bb)wat er.
(Bb)wat er.
Some thing like fly (Bb)wat er.
(Ah,
ah (Abmaj9)ah,
ah (Eb)ah,
ah (Bb)ah.)
(Ah,
ah (Abmaj9)ah,
ah (Eb)ah,
ah (Bb)ah.)
ah.)
(Some thing like fly ing;
hard to de (Ab)scribe it.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der wat er.
Some thing like free dom,
free dom.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der wat er.) (Some thing like free dom,
free dom.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der wat er.
Some thing like fly ing;
hard to de (Ab)scribe it.
My God,
I’m breath ing un der wat er.)
Breathing Underwater — Simple Sheet Music
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"Breathing Underwater" 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 Eb, 76 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 “Breathing Underwater”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Breathing Underwater"?
- 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 "Breathing Underwater" by Emeli Sandé played in?
- Breathing Underwater is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Breathing Underwater"?
- The arrangement plays at 76 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Breathing Underwater" 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 "Breathing Underwater"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Breathing Underwater"?
- "Breathing Underwater" was originally performed by Emeli Sandé. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Breathing Underwater"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: Ab, Abmaj9, Bb, Eb. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
- What other songs by Emeli Sandé can I play here?
- Try "HIGHS & LOWS", "Read All About It, Pt. III", "Clown". 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 "Breathing Underwater". Key of Eb, 76 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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