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They say (F)some times you win some,
some (Gm)times you (C)lose some,
and right now,
right now I’m (C)los ing bad.
I’ve (F)stood on this stage night af ter night, re (C)mind ing the bro ken it ’ll be al right.
But right now,
oh, right now, (C)I just can’t.
It’s (C)eas y to sing when there’s (Dm)noth ing to bring me down.
But (C)what will I sing when I’m (Dm)held to the flame like I (Bb)am right now?
(F)I know You’re a ble and I know You can
(C)save through the fi re with Your might y hand, but (Dm)e ven if You don’t,
my (Bb)hope is You a lone.
(CN.C.)They say it (F)on ly takes a lit tle faith
to move a (C)moun tain.
Well, good thing;
a lit tle faith is (C)all I have right now.
But, (C)God, when You choose to leave (Dm)moun tains un mov a ble,
oh, (C)give me the strength to be (Dm)a ble to sing, “It is (Bb)well with my soul.” (F)I know You’re a ble and I know You can would (C)save through the fi re with Your might y hand, but (Dm)e ven if You don’t,
my (Bb)hope is You a lone.
(F)I know the sor row and I know the hurt would (C)all go a way if You’d just say the word, but (Dm)e ven if You don’t,
my (Bb)hope is You a lone.
lone.
You’ve been (Dm)faith ful, (Bb)You’ve been (F)good all of my days.
Je sus, (Dm)I will (Bb)cling to (F)You, come what may.
’Cause I know You’re a ble,
I know You care.
(F)I know You’re a ble and I know You can
(C)save through the fi re with Your might y hand, but (Dm)e ven if You don’t,
my (Bb)hope is You a lone.
(F)I know the sor row, I know the hurt would (C)all go a way if You’d just say the word, but (Dm)e ven if You don’t,
my (Bb)hope is You a lone.
I hope in (Dm)You a lone, ooh, (Bb)ooh.
It is (F)well
with my soul.
It is (Bb)well, it is (Csus)well (C)with my soul.
Even If — Simple Sheet Music
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"Even If" 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 Bb, 83 BPM.
This arrangement is a great way to get comfortable playing in B♭ major, where your hands need to feel at home on those B♭ and E♭ flats without hesitation.
At 82 BPM the tempo is forgiving, so use that space to focus on smooth left-hand chord transitions — especially the move from Gm to Csus4, where your fingers need to reposition quickly before resolving to C.
That sus4 landing is the emotional engine of the song, so don't rush it.
Your left hand plays block chords throughout, which means evenness and voicing matter more than speed; press each chord cleanly rather than letting one finger lag behind.
I'd suggest learning the verse progression hands-separate first, then layering hands together before tackling the chorus, where the dynamics swell and you'll want to lean into the keys with more weight.
Loop the Gm–C–Dm–B♭ passage until it feels automatic.
This song will genuinely build your confidence moving between minor and major shapes in a flat key — a skill that transfers to dozens of ballads down the road.
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About “Even If”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Even If"?
- 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 "Even If" by MercyMe played in?
- Even If is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Even If"?
- The arrangement plays at 83 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Even If" 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 "Even If"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Even If"?
- "Even If" was originally performed by MercyMe. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Even If"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Bb, C, Csus4, Dm, F, Gm.
- What other songs by MercyMe can I play here?
- Try "FLAWLESS", "GRACE GOT YOU", "GREATER". 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 "Even If". Key of Bb, 83 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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