Give Me One Reason

by Tracy Chapman
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Lyrics

(G)Give me one rea son to stay here

and I’ll (D)turn right back a (G)round.

(C)Give me one rea son to stay here

and I’ll (D)turn right back a (G)round.

Said I (D)don’t want to leave you lone ly; you got to make me change my (G)mind.

Ba by, I got your num ber.

son.

Oh, and (D)I know that you got (G)mine.

I don’t But (C)you by, know that me I called you.

They I called too man y times.

(G)life.

I should stay.

You can (D)call me, ba by.

You can (C)call me an y time.

rock But you got to (G)call me.

(You could see me turn ing.) (C)Give me one rea son to stay here

and I’ll (D)turn right back a (G)round.

(You could see me turn ing.) Said I (D)don’t want to leave you lone ly;

you got to make me change my (G)mind.

I don’t want by, no one to squeeze me.

son.

They give (D)might take a way my (G)life.

I said this (C)want by, no one me to squeeze me.

oh, I take a way rea my (G)need.

I should stay.

I just (D)want some to hold me, a (C)oh, wast and my pre cious me through en the (G)night.

me.

(You could see me turn ing.) (C)Give me one rea son to stay here

and I’ll (D)turn right back a (G)round.

(You could see me turn ing.) Said I (D)don’t want to leave you lone ly;

you got to make me change my (G)mind.

I This

(CN.C.)and there ain’t no more to say.

Give Me One Reason — Simple Sheet Music

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"Give Me One Reason" 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, 100 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Give Me One Reason

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Give Me One Reason"?
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 "Give Me One Reason" by Tracy Chapman played in?
Give Me One Reason 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 "Give Me One Reason"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Give Me One Reason" 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 "Give Me One Reason"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Give Me One Reason"?
"Give Me One Reason" was originally performed by Tracy Chapman. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Give Me One Reason"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: C, D, G, G7. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Tracy Chapman can I play here?
Try "TELLING STORIES", "ALL THAT YOU HAVE IS YOUR SOUL", "TALKIN' 'BOUT A REVOLUTION". 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 "Give Me One Reason". Key of G, 100 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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