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(CN.C.)Tem p’ra ture’s ris ing,
(CN.C.)fe ver is high;
(CN.C.)can’t see no fu ture,
(CN.C.)can’t see no sky.
My (CN.C.)feet are so heav y,
(CN.C.)so is my head;
I (CN.C.)wish I was a ba by,
get I (CN.C.)wish I was dead.
freeze.
Cold (C)tur key
has (D)got me
on the run.
My (CN.C.)bod y is ach ing,
(CN.C.)goose pim ple bone;
(CN.C.)can’t see no bod y,
(CN.C.)leave me a lone.
My (CN.C.)eyes are wide o pen,
(CN.C.)can’t get no sleep;
I (CN.C.)one thing I’m sure y of,
get I’m (CN.C.)in at the deep freeze.
Cold (C)tur key
has (D)got me
on the run.
My
(D)Ah,
(D)oh,
(D)ooh,
(D)oh.
(Am)Cold (C)tur key
has (D)got me
on the run.
Oh,
oh.
Cold Turkey — Simple Sheet Music
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"Cold Turkey" 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, 96 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 “Cold Turkey”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Cold Turkey"?
- 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 "Cold Turkey" by John Lennon played in?
- Cold Turkey 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 "Cold Turkey"?
- The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Cold Turkey" 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 "Cold Turkey"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Cold Turkey"?
- "Cold Turkey" was originally performed by John Lennon. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by John Lennon can I play here?
- Try "HAPPY XMAS", "STARTING OVER", "MIND GAMES". 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 "Cold Turkey". Key of C, 96 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.