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It’s not (G)time to make a change; just re (C)lax, take it eas y.
You’re still (G)young, that’s your (Em)fault.
There’s so (D)much you have to know.
through.
Find a (G)girl, set tle down.
If you (C)want, you can (Am7)mar ry.
Look at (G)me: I am (Em)old, but I’m (Am)hap py.
I was (G)once like you are (D)now and I (Am7)know that it’s not eas y to be (Em)hard, when you’ve hard er to thing ig ing (D)nore it.
But take your (G)time, think a lot.
Think of ev ’ry thing you’ve got for you will (G)still be here to (Em)mor row, but your (D)dreams may (G)not.
How can (G)I try to ex (Bm7)plain?
When I (C)do, he turns a way a gain.
It’s (G)al ways been the (Em)same, same old (Am)sto ry.
From the (G)mo ment I could (Bm7)talk, I was (C)or dered to lis ten, now there’s a (G)way, and I (Em)know that I (D)have to (G)go a way, I (D)know I (C)have to (G)go.
It’s not they know, not (Am7)me, now there’s a (G)way, and I (Em)know that I (D)have to (G)go a way, I (D)know I (C)have to (G)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 G, 80 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 G 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 80 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 chords are used in "Father And Son"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Am, Am7, Bm7, C, D, Em, G.
- 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 G, 80 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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