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I’ll be your (Dm)can dle (G7)on the (F)wa ter,
my love for (Am)you will (F)al ways (Bb)burn.
I (E)know you’re (Am)lost and (C7)drift ing, (F)but the clouds are (C)lift ing.
(F)Don’t give (G7)up; you (C)have some where to (Dm7)turn.
I’ll be your (Dm)can dle (G7)on the (F)wa ter,
’til ev ’ry (Am)wave is (F)warm and (Bb)bright.
My (E)soul is (Am)there be (C7)side you, (F)let this can dle (C)guide you; (F)soon you’ll (G7)see a (C)gold en stream of (Dm7)turn.
(Dm7)light.
A cold and (C)friend less (C7)tide has (Fsus)found
(F)you,
don’t let the (C)storm y (C7)dark ness (F)pull (Gm7)you (F)down.
I’ll paint a (D7)ray of hope a (G)round
you,
(F)cir cling in the (Em)air
(F)light ed by a (Bb6/9)prayer.
I’ll be your (Dm)can dle (G7)on the (F)wa ter,
this flame in (Am)side of (F)me will (Bb)grow.
Keep (E)hold ing (Am)on, you’ll (C7)make it, (F)here’s my hand so (C)take it.
(F)Look for me (G7)reach ing out to (C)show (C7)as (F)sure as (Fm)riv ers (C)flow,
I’ll nev er (G7)let you (C)go,
I’ll nev er (G7)let you (C)go,
I’ll nev er (G7)let you (C)go.
Candle On The Water — Simple Sheet Music
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"Candle On The Water" 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, 90 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 “Candle On The Water”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Candle On The Water"?
- 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 "Candle On The Water" by Helen Reddy played in?
- Candle On The Water 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 "Candle On The Water"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Candle On The Water" 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 "Candle On The Water"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Candle On The Water"?
- "Candle On The Water" was originally performed by Helen Reddy. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Candle On The Water"?
- This arrangement uses 19 chords: Am, Am7, Bb, Bb6, C, C7, D7, Dm, +11 more.
- What other songs by Helen Reddy can I play here?
- Try "YOU AND ME AGAINST THE WORLD", "AIN'T NO WAY TO TREAT A LADY", "I AM WOMAN". 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 "Candle On The Water". Key of C, 90 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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