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(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)o pen all the doors and let you out in to the world.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)turn all of the lights on o ver (G5)ev ’ry boy and (D5)ev er y girl.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)one last call for al co hol, so (G5)fin ish your whis key or beer.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)you don’t have to go home, but you (G5)can’t stay
here.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home, take me home.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)time for you to go out to the (G5)plac es you will be from.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)this room won’t be o pen till your (G5)broth ers or your (D5)sis ters come.
So, (G5)gath er up your jack ets; (A5)move it to the ex its.
I (G5)hope you have (D5)found a friend.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)ev ’ry new be gin ning comes from (G5)some oth er be (D5)gin ning’s end,
yeah.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)time for you to go out to the (G5)plac es you will be from.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home, take me home.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home.
(G)I know who I want to take me (C)home, take me home.
home.
(G5)Clos ing time;
(A5)ev ’ry new be gin ning comes from (G5)some oth er be (D5)gin ning’s end.
Closing Time — Simple Sheet Music
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"Closing Time" 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, 90 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 “Closing Time”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Closing Time"?
- 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 "Closing Time" by Semisonic played in?
- Closing Time 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 "Closing Time"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Closing Time" 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 "Closing Time"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Closing Time"?
- "Closing Time" was originally performed by Semisonic. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Closing Time"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: Abpow, Am, Am7, Apow, Bb, C, Cpow, D, +4 more.
- What other songs by Semisonic can I play here?
- Try "SECRET SMILE". 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 "Closing Time". Key of G, 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.