What key is "Bridge Over Troubled Water" in?

"Bridge Over Troubled Water" by Simon & Garfunkel is in the key of C with a tempo of 88 BPM. Difficulty: very_beginner.

Is "Bridge Over Troubled Water" easy to play on piano?

This arrangement is rated very_beginner. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.

Can I play "Bridge Over Troubled Water" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

How long does it take to learn "Bridge Over Troubled Water" on piano?

1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.

What other songs by Simon & Garfunkel can I play here?

Try "STILL CRAZY AFTER ALL THESE YEARS", "MRS. ROBINSON", "The Boxer". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Lyrics

When you’re wea and ry,

feel in’ on the small,

when tears are in

your eyes,

I’ll dry them fort all;

I’m on your side.

Oh, when times get rough,

and friends just can’t

found,

like a bridge

o ver trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me down.

Like a bridge

o ver trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me down.

When you’re down and out,

when you’re on the street,

when eve ning falls

so hard,

I will com fort you.

I’ll take your part.

Oh, when dark ness comes,

and pain is all

round,

like a bridge

o ver trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me down.

Like a bridge

o ver trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me down.

When you’re trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me down.

Sail on, sil ver girl,

sail on by.

Your time has come

to shine.

All your dreams are on their way.

See how they shine.

Oh,

if you need a friend

I’m sail ing right

hind.

Like a bridge

o ver trou bled wa ter,

I will ease your mind.

Like a bridge

o ver trou bled wa ter,

I will ease your mind.

Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel

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Easy piano arrangement in the key of C at 88 BPM. Difficulty: very_beginner. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

About “Bridge Over Troubled Water”

What key is "Bridge Over Troubled Water" in?: "Bridge Over Troubled Water" by Simon & Garfunkel is in the key of C with a tempo of 88 BPM. Difficulty: very_beginner.
Is "Bridge Over Troubled Water" easy to play on piano?: This arrangement is rated very_beginner. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.
Can I play "Bridge Over Troubled Water" without reading sheet music?: Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
How long does it take to learn "Bridge Over Troubled Water" on piano?: 1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
What other songs by Simon & Garfunkel can I play here?: Try "STILL CRAZY AFTER ALL THESE YEARS", "MRS. ROBINSON", "The Boxer". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.