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(G11)Why (G9sus)do (G13)you (C)build me up (build me up), but ter cup, ba by, just to (F)let me down (let me down) and (G11)mess me a round, and then worst of all (worst of all) you (E)nev er call, ba by, when you (F)say you will (say you will) but (G11)I love you still; I need you (I need you) more than an y one, dar ling, you (F)know that I have from the (Fm)start.
So (C)build me up (build me up), but ter cup, don’t break my (F)heart.
I’ll be (C)o ver at (G)ten, you tell me (Bb)time and a (F)gain but you’re late,
I wait a (Dm)round and then: I (C)run to the (G)door, I can’t take an y (F)more, it’s not you,
you let me (Dm)down a gain.
Ba by, ba by, try to (G7)find
a lit tle time and (A7)I’ll make you (Dm)hap (A7)py, (Dm)I’ll be home, I’ll be be (D7)side the phone wait ing for (G)you.
(Gsus)Oo.
(G9sus)Oo.
(G11)Why (G9sus)do (G13)you (C)build me up (build me up), but ter cup, ba by, just to (F)let me down (let me down) and (G11)mess me a round, and then worst of all (worst of all) you (E)nev er call, ba by, when you (F)say you will (say you will) but (G11)I love you still; I need you (I need you) more than an y one, dar ling, you (F)know that I have from the (Fm)start.
So (C)build me up (build me up), but ter cup, don’t break my (F)heart.
I’ll To (C)you I’m a (G)toy but I could (Bb)time be the (F)boy you a dore.
If you just (Dm)let me know: and (C)though you’re un (G)true I’m at tract ed to (F)you all the more.
Why do I (Dm)need you so?
Ba by, ba by, try to (G7)find
a lit tle time and (A7)I’ll make you (Dm)hap (A7)py, (Dm)I’ll be home, I’ll be be (D7)side the phone wait ing for (G)you.
(Gsus)Oo.
(G9sus)Oo.
(G11)Why (G9sus)do (G13)you
(F)Don’t (C)break (Dm7)my (C)heart.
Build Me Up, Buttercup — Simple Sheet Music
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"Build Me Up, Buttercup" 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, 142 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 “Build Me Up, Buttercup”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Build Me Up, Buttercup"?
- 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 "Build Me Up, Buttercup" by The Foundations played in?
- Build Me Up, Buttercup 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 "Build Me Up, Buttercup"?
- The arrangement plays at 142 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Build Me Up, Buttercup" 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 "Build Me Up, Buttercup"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Build Me Up, Buttercup"?
- "Build Me Up, Buttercup" was originally performed by The Foundations. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Build Me Up, Buttercup"?
- This arrangement uses 19 chords: A7, Bb, C, C7, D7, Dm, Dm7, Dm9, +11 more.
- What other songs by The Foundations can I play here?
- Try "BABY, NOW THAT I'VE FOUND YOU", "Build Me Up Buttercup", "Build Me Up Buttercup". 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 "Build Me Up, Buttercup". Key of C, 142 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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