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(CN.C.)Thee I (C6)love.
(Dm7)More than the (G7)mead ows so (C6)green and still,
more than the (G7)mul ber ries (C6)on the hill,
more than the (G7)buds on the (Em)May ap ple (Dm)tree,
(G)I love (C6)thee.
(Gm9)Arms have (C)I,
strong as the (Dm7)oak, for (Gm9)this
oc (F)ca sion.
(F#m7)Lips have (B)I
(F#dim7)to kiss thee, (E6)too, in (Dm7)friend ly (Edim7)per (F#dim7)sua (G7)sion.
(CN.C.)Thee is (C6)mine,
though I (G7)don’t know man y (C6)words of praise.
Thee (G7)pleas ures me in a (C6)hun dred (A7)ways.
Put on your (G7)bon net, your (Em)cape and your (Dm)glove,
(Dm7)and come with me,
(CN.C.)for thee I (C6)love.
(CN.C.)for (G)thee I (C6/9)love.
Friendly Persuasion — Simple Sheet Music
"Friendly Persuasion" 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 C, 80 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 “Friendly Persuasion”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Friendly Persuasion"?
- 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 "Friendly Persuasion" by Pat Boone played in?
- Friendly Persuasion is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Friendly Persuasion"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Friendly Persuasion" 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 "Friendly Persuasion"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Friendly Persuasion"?
- "Friendly Persuasion" was originally performed by Pat Boone. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Friendly Persuasion"?
- This arrangement uses 16 chords: A7, B7, C, C6, C7, Dm, Dm7, E6, +8 more.
- What other songs by Pat Boone can I play here?
- Try "THE EXODUS SONG", "FRIENDLY PERSUASION", "A WONDERFUL TIME UP THERE". 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 "Friendly Persuasion". Key of C, 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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