Creep

by Radiohead
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Lyrics

When you were here be fore,

could n’t look you in the eyes.

You’re just like an an gel.

Your skin makes me cry.

You (Cm)float like (F7)a feath er

in this when beau ti ful world.

I wish I was spe cial,

(C)so ver y spe cial,

but I’m a creep.

I’m a weir do.

What the hell am I do ing here?

I don’t be long here.

I don’t care if it hurts;

(G)I wan na have con trol.

I want a per fect bod y;

(C)I want a per fect soul.

I (Cm)want you (F7)to no here.

Oh,

oh,

(G)she’s

run ning out the door.

(C)She’s

run ning out.

She (Cm7)run,

(Dm7)run,

(Cm6)run,

(F)run,

(D)run.

What ev er makes you hap py;

what ev er you want.

(B)You’re so ver y spe cial.

I wish I was spe cial,

but I’m a creep.

I’m a weird o.

What the hell am I do ing here?

I don’t be long here.

(Dm)I don’t (Cm)be long here.

Creep — Simple Sheet Music

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"Creep" 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, 92 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great workout for your left hand — the oompah bass pattern means you'll be bouncing between root notes and chord tones steadily at 92 BPM, so keep that motion relaxed and even from the start.

With 17 chord shapes in play, the real challenge is the chromatic shifts between G, B, C, and Cm — especially that B to C transition where your fingers barely move but the voicing changes color dramatically.

Practice hands separately first, and loop the verse progression slowly until the left-hand pattern feels automatic; once it's locked in, your right hand can focus on melody phrasing without rushing.

Watch out for the sus4 chords (Gsus4, Bsus4, Csus4, Dsus4) — they pop up as emotional suspensions, so let them ring with a touch of sustain pedal before resolving.

The move into Cm and Cm6 is where most students stumble; isolate those two bars and drill them at half tempo until the minor shift feels natural under your fingers.

Stick with it — this song will seriously strengthen your ability to navigate between major, minor, and suspended voicings in real time, a skill that transfers to hundreds of other pieces.

About “Creep

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Creep"?
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 "Creep" by Radiohead played in?
Creep 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 "Creep"?
The arrangement plays at 92 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Creep" 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 "Creep"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Creep"?
"Creep" was originally performed by Radiohead. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Creep"?
This arrangement uses 17 chords: B, B7, Bm, Bsus4, C, Cm, Cm6, Cm7, +9 more.
What other songs by Radiohead can I play here?
Try "KARMA POLICE", "CREEP", "FAKE PLASTIC TREES". 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 "Creep". Key of G, 92 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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