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(D)Fools
knock in’ on my door,
call in’ out my name,
tell in’ me to change my ways.
Well, I know two hands in the fi re
it won’t gon’ put out the flame.
Ooh, Yeah, my I got your num ber, I know your (Em)game.
So why should (Am7)I
lay it on the (G)line?
(Am7)Ev ’ry bod y’s got a vi sion;
(Em)ev ’ry bod y’s (Bm7)got a (Em)plan.
You (E7)tell me (Am7)lies;
you look me in the (G)eyes.
Well, (Am7)hon ey, I would rath er stand out in the (Em)rain.
(D)Fools
ly in’ in my bed,
laugh in’ in my head,
tell in’ me my dream’s gone cold.
Well, I know one cit y of an gels,
it ain’t gon’ put out the flame.
Ooh, Yeah, my love is a fi re no one can (Em)tame.
So why should (Am7)I
lay it on the (G)line?
(Am7)Ev ’ry bod y’s got a vi sion;
(Em)ev ’ry bod y’s (Bm7)got a (Em)plan.
You (E7)tell me (Am7)lies;
you look me in the (G)eyes.
Well, (Am7)hon ey, I would rath er stand out in the (Em)rain.
(Am11)Ooh,
hey, (Cmaj7)hey,
ooh, ooh.
(Gmaj9)(Ooh,
(Bm7)hey.)
(E7)Why should (Am7)I
lay it on the (G)line?
When (Am7)ev ’ry bod y’s got a vi sion,
(Em)ev ’ry bod y’s (D)got a (Em)plan.
You (E7)tell me (Am7)lies;
you look me in the (G)eyes.
Well, (Am7)hon ey, I would rath er stand out in the (Em)rain.
(Em)rain.
Fools — Simple Sheet Music
"Fools" 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 E, 120 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 “Fools”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Fools"?
- 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 "Fools" by Diane Birch played in?
- Fools is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Fools"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Fools" 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 "Fools"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Fools"?
- "Fools" was originally performed by Diane Birch. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Fools"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am7, Amin, Bm7, C, Cmaj7, D, E, E7, +3 more.
- What other songs by Diane Birch can I play here?
- Try "NOTHING BUT A MIRACLE", "REWIND". 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 "Fools". Key of E, 120 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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