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Pick a learning view.
I saw the light on the night that I passed by her (E7)win dow.
(A)I saw the flick er ing shad ows of love on her (E7)blind.
(A)She
(A7)was
my (Dm)wo man.
(A)As she de ceived me, I (E7)watched and went out of my (Am)mind.
(C)My my my
De (G7)li lah,
Why why (G9)why
(B7)De (C)li lah?
(C)I
could (C7)see
that (F)girl was (F)no good for (Dm)me,
(C)but I was lost like a (G7)slave that no man could (C)free.
At break of day, when that man drove a way, I was (E7)wait in’,
(A)I crossed the street to her house and she o pened the (E7)door.
(A)*
(A7)stood
there (Dm)laugh ing,
(A)I felt the knife in my (E7)hand, and she laughed no (Am)more.
(C)My, my, my
De (G7)li lah.
Why, why, (G9)why
(B7)De (C)li lah?
(C)So,
be (C7)fore
they (F)come to (F)break down the (Dm)door,
for (C)give me De li lah I (G7)just could n’t take a ny (C)more.
At break of day, when that man drove a way, I was (E7)wait in’,
(A)I crossed the street to her house and she o pened the (E7)door.
(A)*
(A7)stood
there (Dm)laugh ing,
(A)I felt the knife in my (E7)hand, and she laughed no (Am)more.
(C)My, my, my
De (G7)li lah.
Why, why, (G9)why
(B7)De (C)li lah?
(C)So,
be (C7)fore
they (F)come to (F)break down the (Dm)door,
for (C)give me De li lah I (G7)just could n’t take a ny (C)more.
(C)more.
For (Am)give me, De li lah, I (E7)just could n’t take an y (Am)more.
Delilah — Simple Sheet Music
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"Delilah" 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, 192 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 “Delilah”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Delilah"?
- 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 "Delilah" by Tom Jones played in?
- Delilah 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 "Delilah"?
- The arrangement plays at 192 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Delilah" 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 "Delilah"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Delilah"?
- "Delilah" was originally performed by Tom Jones. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Delilah"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: A, A7, Am, B7, C, C7, D, Dm, +4 more.
- What other songs by Tom Jones can I play here?
- Try "WHAT'S NEW PUSSYCAT?", "IT'S NOT UNUSUAL", "WITH THESE HANDS". 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 "Delilah". Key of C, 192 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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