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You would not be (Eb)lieve your eyes if ten mil lion fire flies lit up the world as I fell a sleep.
’Cause they’d fill the (Eb)o pen air and leave tear drops ev ’ry where.
You’d think me rude, but I would just stand and stare.
I’d like to make my self be lieve
that plan et Earth
(Eb)turns
(Ebsus2)slow
(Ab)ly.
It’s hard to say that I’d (Eb)rath er stay a wake when I’m a (Cm)sleep, ’cause (Ab)ev ’ry thing is (Eb)nev er as it seems.
’Cause I get a (Eb)thou sand hugs from ten thou sand light ning bugs as they try to teach me they how to dance.
A fox trot a (Eb)bove my head, if a sock dreams hop get be neath my bed.
A dis co ball is just hang ing by a (Ab)thread.
I’d like to make my self be lieve
that plan et Earth
(Eb)turns
(Ebsus2)slow
(Ab)ly.
It’s hard to say that I’d (Eb)rath er stay a wake when I’m a (Cm)sleep, ’cause (Ab)ev ’ry thing is (Eb)nev er as it seems
when I (Cm)fall a (Ab)sleep.
Leave my door (Eb)o pen just a crack, (Please take me a way from (Bb)here.) ’cause I feel like (Eb)such an in som ni ac.
(Please take me a way from (Bb)here.) Why do I tire of count ing (Ab)sheep (Please take me a way from (Bb)here.) when I’m far too (Eb)tired to fall a (Ab)sleep?
(Ab)sleep.
I’d like to make my self be lieve
that plan et Earth
(Eb)turns
(Ebsus2)slow
(Ab)ly.
It’s hard to say that I’d (Eb)rath er stay a wake when I’m a (Cm)sleep, ’cause (Ab)ev ’ry thing is (Eb)nev er as it seems
when I (Cm)fall a (Ab)sleep.
I’d like to make my self be lieve
that plan et Earth
(Eb)turns
(Ebsus2)slow
(Ab)ly.
It’s hard to say that I’d (Eb)rath er stay a wake when I’m a (Cm)sleep, be (Ab)cause my dreams are (Eb)burst ing at the seams.
Fireflies — Simple Sheet Music
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"Fireflies" 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 Eb, 90 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Fireflies”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Fireflies"?
- 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 "Fireflies" by Owl City played in?
- Fireflies is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Fireflies"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Fireflies" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Fireflies"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Fireflies"?
- "Fireflies" was originally performed by Owl City. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Fireflies"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Ab, Bb, Bbsus4, Cm, Eb, Ebsus2, F.
- What other songs by Owl City can I play here?
- Try "Fireflies", "GOOD TIME", "PLANT LIFE". 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 "Fireflies". Key of Eb, 90 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.