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(C)Take off (Fm)all of your skin, I’m (Bb)brave when you are free.
(C)Shake off (Fm)all of your sins and (Bb)give ’em to you me.
(C)Close up, (Fm)let me back in.
I (Bb)wan na be yours, wan na be your he ro.
And my heart beats
like the (C)em pires of the (Fm)world u nite.
We are a live,
and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.
You’re my (C)wild fire ev ’ry (Fm)sin gle night.
We are a live,
and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.
And you (F)touch me,
and I’m like, and I’m like, and I’m like, ooh,
ooh.
And I’m like, ooh,
ooh.
And I’m like, ooh,
ooh.
And I’m like, ooh.
(C)I will (Fm)fol low you down wher (Bb)ev er you are go.
(C)I, I’m, (Fm)ba by, I’m bound to (Bb)you, and do you know?
(C)Clos er, (Fm)pull me in tight.
I (Bb)wan na be yours, wan na be your he ro.
And my heart beats
like the (C)em pires of the (Fm)world u nite.
We are a live,
and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.
You’re my (C)wild fire ev ’ry (Fm)sin gle night.
We are a live,
and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.
And you (F)touch me,
and I’m like, and I’m like, and I’m like, ooh,
ooh.
And I’m like, ooh,
ooh.
And I’m like, ooh,
ooh.
And I’m like, ooh.
and I’m like, and I’m like, ooh,
ooh, we are a live,
ooh.
And I’m like, ooh,
ooh, we are a live.
I’m just gon na (Ab5)raise my head,
wel come to the (Bb5)fi nal edge,
and I’m gon na (C5)fall.
I’m just gon na (Ab5)raise my head
and hold you close
like the (C)em pires of the (Fm)world u nite.
We are a live,
and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.
You’re my (C)wild fire ev ’ry (Fm)sin gle night.
We are a live,
and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.
And you (F)touch me,
and I’m like, and I’m like, and I’m like,
Empire — Simple Sheet Music
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"Empire" 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, 82 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 “Empire”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Empire"?
- 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 "Empire" by Shakira played in?
- Empire 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 "Empire"?
- The arrangement plays at 82 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Empire" 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 "Empire"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Empire"?
- "Empire" was originally performed by Shakira. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Empire"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Abpow, Bb, Bbpow, C, Cpow, F, Fm.
- What other songs by Shakira can I play here?
- Try "UNDERNEATH YOUR CLOTHES", "DARE", "WHENEVER, WHEREVER". 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 "Empire". Key of C, 82 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.