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It’s not (F)time to make a (C)change, just re (Dm7)lax, take it ea sy.
You’re still (F)young, that’s your (Dm)fault, there’s so (Gm)much you have to know.
Find a (F)girl, set tle down.
If you (Dm7)want, you can (Gm)mar ry.
Look at (F)me, I am (Dm)old, but I’m (Gm)hap py.
I was (F)once like you are (Am)now and I (Bb)know that it’s not (Gm)eas y to be (F)calm
when you’ve (Dm)found some thing go ing (Gm)on,
but take your (F)time.
Think a lot.
Think of ev ’ry thing you’ve (Gm)got, for you will (F)still be here to (Dm)mor row, but your (C)dreams may (F)not.
How can (F)I try to ex (Am)plain?
When I (Bb)do, he turns a (Gm)way a gain.
It’s (F)al ways been the (Dm)same, same old (Gm)sto ry.
From the (F)mo ment I could (Am)talk, I was (Bb)or dered to (Gm)lis ten.
Now there’s a (F)way and I (Dm)know that I (C)have to (F)go a way.
I (C)know
I (Bbmaj7)have to (F)go.
It’s not (F)way and I (Dm)know that I (C)have to (F)go a way.
I (C)know
I (Bbmaj7)have to (F)go.
Father And Son — Simple Sheet Music
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"Father And Son" 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 F, 60 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 “Father And Son”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Father And Son"?
- 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 "Father And Son" by Cat Stevens played in?
- Father And Son is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Father And Son"?
- The arrangement plays at 60 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Father And Son" 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 "Father And Son"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Father And Son"?
- "Father And Son" was originally performed by Cat Stevens. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Cat Stevens can I play here?
- Try "MATTHEW AND SON", "WHERE DO THE CHILDREN PLAY", "WILD WORLD". 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 "Father And Son". Key of F, 60 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.