Butterfly

by Mariah Carey
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Lyrics

(Dsus2)When you love some one so deep ly they be come your life,

it’s (Dsus2)eas y to suc cumb to o ver whelm ing fears in side.

(Dsus2)Blind ly I i mag ined I could keep you un der glass.

Now, I I un der stand to hold you I must o pen up my hands and watch you rise.

Spread your wings And pre pare to fly,

for (F#m7)you have be come a but ter fly.

Oh,

(C)fly a ban doned ly in to the sun.

If you should re turn to me,

we tru ly were meant to be.

So,

(C)spread your wings and fly,

(D)but ter fly.

(Dsus2)I have learned that beau ty has to flour ish in the light.

it’s (Dsus2)Wild y hors es run un bri dled or their spir it dies.

(Dsus2)You have giv en me the cour age to be all I can,

and I I tru ly feel your heart will lead you back to me when you’re read y to land.

Spread your wings And pre pare to fly,

for (F#m7)you have be come a but ter fly.

Oh,

(C)fly a ban doned ly in to the sun.

If you should re turn to me,

we tru ly were meant to be.

So,

(C)spread your wings and fly,

(D)but ter fly.

I (C#7)can’t pre tend these tears aren’t o ver flow ing stead i ly.

I can’t pre vent this hurt from al most o ver tak ing me

But I

will (C)stand and say good bye,

for (Bbmaj7)you’ll nev er be mine

un (E9sus)til you know the way it feels to fly.

your wings and pre pare to fly,

for (F#m7)you have be come a but ter fly.

Oh,

fly a (Fly...

doned ly in to to the sun.) If you should re turn (I me, will

(F#m7)know you’re tru mine.) ly were meant to be.

So,

(C)spread your wings and fly

but ter fly

So, (C)flut ter through the sky,

(D)but ter fly.

(E)Fly.

(Fmaj7)Spread your wings and fly,

but ter (A)fly.

Butterfly — Simple Sheet Music

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"Butterfly" 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 A, 100 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Butterfly”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Butterfly"?
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 "Butterfly" by Mariah Carey played in?
Butterfly is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Butterfly"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Butterfly" 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 "Butterfly"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Butterfly"?
"Butterfly" was originally performed by Mariah Carey. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Butterfly"?
This arrangement uses 16 chords: A, Am7, Asus2, Bbmaj7, C, C#7, D, Dsus2, +8 more.
What other songs by Mariah Carey can I play here?
Try "THANK GOD I FOUND YOU", "ALWAYS BE MY BABY", "MY ALL". 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 "Butterfly". Key of A, 100 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.