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(F)In my mind, I’m (Bb)gone to Ca ro (Gm7)li na,
can’t you see the (C)sun shine, (Bb)can’t you just feel the (C7)moon shine, and (F)ain’t it just like a (Dm)friend of mine to (Bb)hit me (F)from be (Gm)hind?
(Bb)Yes, I’m (F)gone to Ca ro (Bb)li na in my (F)mind.
(F)Kav in, she’s a (Eb)sil ver sun, you’d best (Bb)walk her way and (C)watch it shine, watch her (Bb)watch the morn ing (C)come.
A (Bb)sil ver tear ap (F)pear ing, now I’ve cry (G7)ing, (C7)ain’t I?
I’m (F)gone to Ca ro (Bb)li na in my (F)mind.
There (F)Ain’t no doubt in (Eb)no ones mind I that (Bb)love’s the fi nest (C)thing a round.
Whis per (Bb)some thing soft and (C)kind,
and (Bb)hey that babe, the (F)skys on fire, I’m dy (G7)ing, (C7)ain’t I?
I’m (F)gone to Ca ro (Bb)li na in my (F)mind.
There (F)mind.
Now, with a (Bb)ho ly host of (C7)oth ers stand ing (Dm)’round me, no; (Am)still, I’m on the (Gm)dark side of the (Bb)moon,
and it (Eb)looks like it goes (Bb)on like this for (F)ev er; you must for (Eb)give (Gm)me.
(C7)(If it’s some thing) (F)gone to Ca ro (Gm7)li (Am7)na (Gm7)in
my (F)mind.
(Am7)Bet ter make it (Dm)back home a gain (Bb)soon.
(F)Got ta get (Am)back to (Dm)Ca ro li na (Bb)soon.
(F)Got ta get (Am)back to (Dm)Ca ro li na (Bb)soon.
Carolina In My Mind — Simple Sheet Music
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"Carolina In My Mind" 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 Bb, 120 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 “Carolina In My Mind”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Carolina In My Mind"?
- 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 "Carolina In My Mind" by James Taylor played in?
- Carolina In My Mind is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Carolina In My Mind"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Carolina In My Mind" 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 "Carolina In My Mind"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Carolina In My Mind"?
- "Carolina In My Mind" was originally performed by James Taylor. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Carolina In My Mind"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am, Am7, Bb, C, C7, Dm, Eb, F, +3 more.
- What other songs by James Taylor can I play here?
- Try "OUR TOWN", "SOMETHING IN THE WAY SHE MOVES", "COPPERLINE". 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 "Carolina In My Mind". Key of Bb, 120 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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