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(G)Chanc es (C6)are
(G)’cause I (C)wear a sil ly (Cm6)grin, the (G)mo ment you come (Bm7)in to (E9)view,
(Am7)chanc es are you (A7)think that (D7)I’m (Am7)in (D7)love with (G)you.
(G)Just be (C6)cause
(G)my com (C)po sure sort of (Cm6)slips, the (G)mo ment that your (Bm7)lips meet (E9)mine,
(Am7)chanc es are you (A7)think my (D7)heart’s (Am7)your (D7)val (D)en (G)tine.
In the (Gmaj7)mag ic of (Cm)moon
light,
when I (Cm6)sigh, “Hold me (Gm)close,
dear,”
chanc es are you be (Gm6)lieve the stars that (A7)fill the skies, are (Eb9)in my (D9)eyes.
Guess you feel you’ll al ways (C6)be
the one and (C)on ly one for (Cm6)me.
And (G)if you think you (Bm7)could,
well, (Am)chanc es (Bdim7)are your (Am)chanc (C#dim7)es (Am7)are
(D7)aw (D)f’ly (G)good.
(G)Chanc es (C6)are
(G)’cause I (C)wear a sil ly (Cm6)grin, the (G)mo ment you come (Bm7)in to (E9)view,
(Am7)chanc es are you (A7)think that (D7)I’m (Am7)in (D7)love with (G)you.
(G)Just be (C6)cause
(G)my com (C)po sure sort of (Cm6)slips, the (G)mo ment that your (Bm7)lips meet (E9)mine,
(Am7)chanc es are you (A7)think my (D7)heart’s (Am7)your (D7)val (D)en (G)tine.
In the (Gmaj7)mag ic of (Cm)moon
light,
when I (Cm6)sigh, “Hold me (Gm)close, dear,”
chanc es are you be (Gm6)lieve the stars that (A7)fill the skies, are (Eb9)in my (D9)eyes.
Guess you feel you’ll al ways (C6)be
the one and (C)on ly one for (Cm6)me.
And (G)if you think you (Bm7)could,
well, (Am)chanc es (Bdim7)are your (Am)chanc (C#dim7)es (Am7)are (D7)aw (D)f’ly (G)good.
(G)Chanc es (Am7)are (D7)aw f’ly (B)good;
the chanc es (Am)are your chanc es (Am7)are (D7)aw (D)f’ly (G)good.
Chances Are — Simple Sheet Music
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"Chances Are" 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 G, 100 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Chances Are”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Chances Are"?
- 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 "Chances Are" by Johnny Mathis played in?
- Chances Are is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Chances Are"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Chances Are" 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 "Chances Are"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Chances Are"?
- "Chances Are" was originally performed by Johnny Mathis. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Chances Are"?
- This arrangement uses 25 chords: A7, Am, Am7, Bdim7, Bm7, C, C#dim7, C6, +17 more.
- What other songs by Johnny Mathis can I play here?
- Try "THE LAST TIME I FELT LIKE THIS", "A CERTAIN SMILE", "IT'S NOT FOR ME TO SAY". 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 "Chances Are". Key of G, 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.
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