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(Gm)Lov ing, (F)ly ing (Bb)en e my, I have (Eb)seen your face be fore.
(Cm)Nev er thought a gain I’d see; did n’t (Bb)want to an y more.
I re (F)mem ber your (Bb)lov ing eyes and the (F)moon lit kiss;
the eve ning (Eb)lull a bies I will tru ly miss.
Through the years we had it all: the (Eb)mid night whis pers, the (Fsus)mid day (F)calls.
This house of cards it had to fall.
And you (Eb)ask for (Bb)for give ness.
You’re (F)ask ing too (Gm)much.
I have (Eb)shel tered my (Bb)heart in a (F)place you can’t (Gm)touch.
I don’t be (Eb)lieve when you tell (Bb)me
(F)your love is (C7)real,
’cause you (Ebmaj7)don’t know much a bout heav en, boy, if you (C7)have to hurt
to feel.
(Gm)Ev ’ry time I see you, I can’t help but look a way.
(Cm)All a long I had be lieved
(Bb)ev ’ry thing you’d say.
When I look, now I know I’ve seen your face be fore.
I (Cm)don’t want your de ceiv ing smile
(Bb)stand ing at my door.
And I don’t care what peo ple say; I’m (Eb)read y now to face this (F)day.
’Cause I have lost you a long the way.
And you
Oo.
Oo.
Oo.
’Cause you (Ebmaj7)don’t know much a bout heav en, boy, if you (C7)have to hurt
to (Eb)ask for (Bb)for give ness.
You’re (F)ask ing too (Gm)much.
I have (Eb)shel tered my (Bb)heart in a (F)place you can’t (Gm)touch.
I don’t be (Eb)lieve when you tell (Bb)me
(F)your love is (C7)real,
’cause you (Ebmaj7)don’t know much a bout heav en, boy, if you (C7)have to hurt
to feel.
Mm.
Forgiveness — Simple Sheet Music
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"Forgiveness" 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 Bb, 72 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 “Forgiveness”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Forgiveness"?
- 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 "Forgiveness" by Sarah McLachlan played in?
- Forgiveness is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Forgiveness"?
- The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Forgiveness" 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 "Forgiveness"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Forgiveness"?
- "Forgiveness" was originally performed by Sarah McLachlan. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Forgiveness"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: Bb, C7, Cm, Cm6, Cm7, Eb, Ebmaj7, F, +2 more.
- What other songs by Sarah McLachlan can I play here?
- Try "ADIA", "BUILDING A MYSTERY", "WHEN SHE LOVED ME". 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 "Forgiveness". Key of Bb, 72 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.