Gold

by Imagine Dragons
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Lyrics

First comes the bless (E5)ing of all that you’ve dreamed, (C5)but then comes the curs (E5)es of dia monds and rings.

On ly at first (E5)did it have its ap peal, oh, but now you can’t tell when the false from the real.

Who (C)can you trust?

Who (Em)can you trust?

(C)When (Am)ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing you touch turns to (F)gold, gold, gold.

(C)Ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing you touch turns to

gold,

gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

Stat ues and em (E5)pires are all at your hands.

(C5)but Wa ter to wine (E5)and the fin est of sands.

When that you have’s (E5)turn in’ stale and it’s cold, oh, you no long er feel when your heart’s turned to gold.

Who (C)can you trust?

Who (Em)can you trust?

(C)When (Am)ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing you touch turns to (F)gold, gold, gold.

(C)Ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing you touch turns to

gold,

gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

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I’m dy in’ to feel a gain, a gain.

Oh, an y thing at all,

(Am)an y thing at all.

But, oh, I feel noth in’, noth in’, noth in’, not so.

When (A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

(A5)Ooh, (Am)gold, (F)gold.

Gold — Simple Sheet Music

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"Gold" 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 A, 105 BPM.

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

About “Gold”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Gold"?
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 "Gold" by Imagine Dragons played in?
Gold is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Gold"?
The arrangement plays at 105 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Gold" 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 "Gold"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Gold"?
"Gold" was originally performed by Imagine Dragons. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Gold"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: Am, Apow, C, Cpow, Dm, E7, Em, Epow, +2 more.
What other songs by Imagine Dragons can I play here?
Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". 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 "Gold". Key of A, 105 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.