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(D)-
When the day is long a (G)lone,
and the night,
the you night is yours a lone,
when you’re sure you’ve had e (G)nough
of this life,
well, hang on.
Don’t let your bo self (A)go,
some (Em)times,
Take ev ’ry bo dy (A)cries
and ev ’ry bo dy (A)hurts
some
times.
Some times ev ’ry thing is (D)wrong.
Now it’s time to sing a (D)-
When your day is night a (G)lone,
in this life,
the you feel like let ting go,
when you think you’ve had too (G)much
of this life,
well, hang on
’cause ev ’ry bo dy (A)hurts.
some (Em)times,
Take com fort in your (A)friends.
And Ev ’ry bo dy (A)hurts
some
times.
Some times ev ’ry thing is (D)wrong.
Now it’s time to sing a (A)hurts.
Don’t throw
your hand.
Oh,
no.
Don’t throw
your hand.
If you feel like you’re a lone,
(C)no, no, no, you are (G)not a lone.
(A)hurts
some
times.
And ev ’ry bo dy (D)hurts
some
times.
So, hold on,
hold on.
Hold on,
hold on.
Hold on,
hold on.
Hold on,
hold on.
Hold
Everybody Hurts — Simple Sheet Music
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"Everybody Hurts" 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 D, 95 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 “Everybody Hurts”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Everybody Hurts"?
- 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 "Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M. played in?
- Everybody Hurts is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Everybody Hurts"?
- The arrangement plays at 95 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Everybody Hurts" 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 "Everybody Hurts"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Everybody Hurts"?
- "Everybody Hurts" was originally performed by R.E.M.. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Everybody Hurts"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Am, Bm, C, D, D7, Em, F#7, +1 more.
- What other songs by R.E.M. can I play here?
- Try "EVERYBODY HURTS", "IT'S THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT", "MAN ON THE MOON". 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 "Everybody Hurts". Key of D, 95 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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