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(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)needs to (D)touch, you know (C)now and then.
And (G)ev ’ry bod y (C)wants a (D)good, like good (C)friend.
to love.
(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)wants to (D)be
(C)clos er to free.
(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)wants re (D)spect, just a (C)lit tle bit.
And (G)ev ’ry bod y (C)needs a (D)chance once in a while.
(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)wants to (D)be
(C)clos er to free.
(C6)Ev ’ry bod y (D6)one,
(C6)ev ’ry bod y (D6)two,
(C6)ev ’ry bod y (D)free.
(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)wants to (D)live like they (C)want to live and (G)ev ’ry bod y (C)wants to (D)love like they (C)want to love.
(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)wants to (D)be
(C)clos er to free.
(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)wants re (D)spect, just a (C)lit tle bit.
And (G)ev ’ry bod y (C)needs a (D)chance once in a while.
(G)Ev ’ry bod y (C)wants to (D)be
(C)clos er to free.
(C6)Ev ’ry bod y (D6)one,
(C6)ev ’ry bod y (D6)two,
(C6)ev ’ry bod y (D)free.
Yeah, (C)clos er to free,
yeah, (C)clos er to (G)free,
(C)clos er to free.
Closer To Free — Simple Sheet Music
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"Closer To Free" 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, 160 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 “Closer To Free”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Closer To Free"?
- 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 "Closer To Free" by BoDeans played in?
- Closer To Free 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 "Closer To Free"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Closer To Free" 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 "Closer To Free"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Closer To Free"?
- "Closer To Free" was originally performed by BoDeans. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by BoDeans can I play here?
- Try "CLOSER TO FREE". 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 "Closer To Free". Key of G, 160 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.


