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(C)What is (Bb)hap pen ing (F)here?
(Bb)Some of thing’s go ing on that’s not (F)neigh quite clear.
The (Bb)peo ple are start ing to turn on the lights.
We’re gon na have a par ty, it’s start ing to night.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil The ing.
is (C)hot is (Bb)hap and that’s (F)good.
(Bb)Some of my friends came by from the (F)neigh bor hood.
The (Bb)peo ple are start ing to turn climb the walls.
It looks like ev ’ry bod y is hav ing a ball.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil The room is
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Ev ’ry bod y starts to lose con trol (C)when the mu sic is (G)right.
If you see some bod y hang in’ a (C)round, (F)don’t get up (G)tight.
The on ly thing we want (C)to do to (G)night
is go ’round and ’round
and turn (G)up side down.
Come on, let’s get down!
So, come on,
let’s get (G)loose.
(D)Don’t hold back, ’cause it ain’t no use.
(D)Hard to keep your (C)feet on the ground,
’cause (A5)when we like to par ty, we on ly want to get down.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing, ba by, when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Oh, what a feel ing
when we’re danc ing on the ceil ing.
Dancing On The Ceiling — Simple Sheet Music
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"Dancing On The Ceiling" 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, 120 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 “Dancing On The Ceiling”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Dancing On The Ceiling"?
- 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 "Dancing On The Ceiling" by Lionel Richie played in?
- Dancing On The Ceiling 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 "Dancing On The Ceiling"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Dancing On The Ceiling" 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 "Dancing On The Ceiling"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Dancing On The Ceiling"?
- "Dancing On The Ceiling" was originally performed by Lionel Richie. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Dancing On The Ceiling"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: A, Am7, Apow, Bb, C, D, D7, Dm7, +4 more.
- What other songs by Lionel Richie can I play here?
- Try "I CALL IT LOVE", "ALL NIGHT LONG", "EASY". 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 "Dancing On The Ceiling". Key of C, 120 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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