Everyday

by Buddy Holly
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Lyrics

(C)Ev ’ry (Am)day (F)it’s a get tin’ (G7)clo ser, (C)go ing (Am)fast er (Dm)than a roll er (G7)coast er, (C)love like (Am)yours will tru ly (G7)come my (C)way.

(C)Ev ’ry (Am)day (F)it’s a get tin’ (G7)fast er, (C)ev ’ry (Am)one said, (Dm)“Go on up and (G7)ask her,” (C)love like (Am)yours will tru ly (G7)come my (C)way.

(F)Ev ’ry day

seems a lit tle long er, (Bb)ev ’ry way

love’s a lit tle strong er, (Eb)come what may, do you ev er long for true (Eb7)love (Ab)from (Dm7)me?

(C)way.

Everyday — Simple Sheet Music

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"Everyday" 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, 216 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with a walking bass line — your left hand will stay busy moving stepwise through chord roots and passing tones, so start by practicing that hand alone at half speed until the motion feels automatic.

At 216 BPM the tempo is brisk, and the biggest stumbling point is usually the chromatic chords like Ab, Bb, and Eb that pull you away from the home key of C; isolate those transitions and loop them until your fingers find the black keys without hesitation.

Your right hand mostly handles familiar shapes (C, F, G7, Am), but watch the shift into Dm7 and C7 — land the seventh with your pinky ready so you're not scrambling.

Once each hand is steady, bring them together at a slower tempo and gradually ramp up.

Don't rush to full speed; clean rhythm matters more than raw pace.

By the time this clicks, you'll have a solid foundation in walking bass coordination that transfers to dozens of other rock and pop tunes.

About “Everyday

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Everyday"?
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 "Everyday" by Buddy Holly played in?
Everyday 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 "Everyday"?
The arrangement plays at 216 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Everyday" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Everyday"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Everyday"?
"Everyday" was originally performed by Buddy Holly. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Everyday"?
This arrangement uses 12 chords: Ab, Am, Bb, C, C7, Dm, Dm7, Eb, +4 more.
What other songs by Buddy Holly can I play here?
Try "NOT FADE AWAY", "PEGGY SUE", "THAT'LL BE THE DAY". 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 "Everyday". Key of C, 216 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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