Falling Slowly

by Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova
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Lyrics

(C)I don’t know you, (Fsus2)but I want you (C)all the more for that.

(C)Words fall through me and (Fsus2)al ways fool me, (C)and I can’t re act.

(Am7)Games that (G)nev er a (Fsus2)mount to (G)more than they’re (Am7)meant will (G)play them selves (F9)out.

(C)Take this sink in’ (Fsus2)boat and point it (Am7)home; we’ve still got (Fsus2)time.

(C)Raise your hope ful (Fsus2)voice; you have a (Am7)choice; you make it (Fsus2)now.

(C)Fall ing slow ly, (Fsus2)eyes that know me (C)and I can’t go back.

And (C)moods that take me (Fsus2)and e rase me, (C)and I’m paint ed black.

Well, (Am)you have (Em)suf fered e (Fsus2)nough and (G)warred with your (Am)self; it’s (G6)time that you (Fsus2)won.

(C)Take this sink in’ (Fsus2)boat and point it (Am7)home; we’ve still got (Fsus2)time.

(C)Raise your hope ful (Fsus2)voice; you have a (Am7)choice; you’ve made it (Fsus2)now.

(C)Fall in’ slow ly, (Fsus2)sing your mel o (Am7)dy; I’ll sing it (Fsus2)loud.

Take it all.

I paid the cost too late,

now you’re gone.

Falling Slowly — Simple Sheet Music

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"Falling Slowly" 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, 69 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Falling Slowly

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Falling Slowly"?
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 "Falling Slowly" by Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova played in?
Falling Slowly 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 "Falling Slowly"?
The arrangement plays at 69 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Falling Slowly" 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 "Falling Slowly"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Falling Slowly"?
"Falling Slowly" was originally performed by Glen Hansard & Marketa Irglova. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Falling Slowly"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Am, Am7, C, Em, F9, Fmaj9, Fsus2, G, +1 more.
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 "Falling Slowly". Key of C, 69 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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