Carry That Weight

by The Beatles
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Lyrics

(C)Boy,

you’re gon na (G)car ry that weight,

car ry that weight a long time.

Boy,

you’re gon na (G7)car ry that weight,

car ry that weight a long time.

I nev er give you my (Dm7)pil low,

I on ly send you my (C)in vi ta tions.

And in the mid dle of the (B)cel e bra tions, I (Am)break down.

(C)Boy,

you’re gon na (G7)car ry that weight,

car ry that weight a long time.

Boy,

you’re gon na (G7)car ry that weight,

car ry that weight a long time.

Carry That Weight — Simple Sheet Music

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"Carry That Weight" 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, 100 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “Carry That Weight”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Carry That Weight"?
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 "Carry That Weight" by The Beatles played in?
Carry That Weight 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 "Carry That Weight"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Carry That Weight" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Carry That Weight"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Carry That Weight"?
"Carry That Weight" was originally performed by The Beatles. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Carry That Weight"?
This arrangement uses 12 chords: A, Am, Am7, Bm7, C, Dm7, E7, F, +4 more.
What other songs by The Beatles can I play here?
Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". 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 "Carry That Weight". Key of C, 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.