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You (C)think I’d leave your side ba by?
You know me bet ter than that.
Think I’d leave (C)you down when you’re down on your knees?
I would n’t do that.
tell you you’re (C)right when you want.
(Fmaj9)Ha, ha, ha,
ha, ha, mm.
If (C)on ly (C)you could see in (C)to me.
(Am)Oh,
when you’re (G)cold,
I’ll be there.
Hold you tight to me.
When you’re on the (C)out side, ba by, and you (C)can’t get in,
I will show you you’re so much bet ter than you (G)know.
(C)When you’re lost and (C)you’re a lone, and you (C)can’t get back a gain, I will find you,
ling, and I’ll (G)bring you home.
And if you want to cry,
I am here to dry your eyes.
And in no (F)time
you’ll be fine.
(C)Oh,
(C)when you’re (C)cold,
I’ll be there.
Hold you tight to me.
(C)Oh,
(C)when you’re (C)low,
I’ll be there
by your side, ba by.
(C)Oh,
(C)when you’re (C)cold,
I’ll be there.
Hold you tight to me.
(C)Oh,
(C)when you’re (C)low,
I’ll be there
by your side, ba by.
By Your Side — Simple Sheet Music
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"By Your Side" 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, 80 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 “By Your Side”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "By Your Side"?
- 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 "By Your Side" by Sade played in?
- By Your Side 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 "By Your Side"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "By Your Side" 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 "By Your Side"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "By Your Side"?
- "By Your Side" was originally performed by Sade. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "By Your Side"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, C, F, Fm, Fmaj9, G.
- What other songs by Sade can I play here?
- Try "NO ORDINARY LOVE", "THE SWEETEST TABOO", "SMOOTH OPERATOR". 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 "By Your Side". Key of C, 80 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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