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My mind (Bb)is a war ri or,
my (D7)heart is a for eign er.
My eyes (Bb)are the col or of (Ebmaj7)red like a sun set.
I’ll nev er (Bb)keep it bot tled up and left to the (D7)hands of the co ro ner.
Be a true heart, (Bb)not a fol low er, we’re not (D7)done yet.
And I see it in your move (Bb)ments to night if we should ev er do this right.
I’m nev er gon na let (Bb)you down.
No, I’ll nev er let you down.
And I’m keep ing on the down (Bb)low and I’ll keep you a round so I’ll (D7)know that I’ll nev er let you (Bb)down.
I’ll nev er let you down.
You’re (Gm)strum ming on my heart strings like you (Bb)were a grade 8, (Ebmaj7)but I’ve nev er felt this way.
I’ll pick (D7)your feet up off of the ground (Bb)and nev er, ev er (Ebmaj7)let you down, (D7)now.
You’re (Gm)strum ming on my heart strings like you (Bb)were a grade 8, (Ebmaj7)but I nev er felt this way.
I’ll pick (D7)your feet up off of the ground (Bb)and nev er, ev er (Ebmaj7)let you down, (D7)now.
My eyes (Bb)are a riv er fil ler, this drink is a liv (D7)er kill er.
My chest (Bb)is a pil low for your (Ebmaj7)wear y head to lay to rest a gain.
Your bod y (Bb)is my ball point pen and your mind is my new (D7)best friend.
Your eyes (Bb)are the mir ror to (Ebmaj7)take me to the edge a gain, (D7)now.
(Gm)Hold my heart (Bb)to (Ebmaj7)stop me bleed ing (D7)now,
now, now, and I’ll nev er let you down.
(Gm)Hold my heart (Bb)to (Ebmaj7)stop me bleed ing (D7)now,
now, now, I’ll nev er let you down.
You’re (Gm)Hold my heart (Bb)to (Ebmaj7)stop me bleed ing (D7)now,
now, now, and I’ll nev er let you down.
(Gm)Hold my heart (Bb)to (Ebmaj7)stop me bleed ing (D7)now,
now, now, I’ll nev er let you down.
You’re (Gm)strum ming on my heart strings like you (Bb)were a grade 8, (Ebmaj7)but I’ve nev er felt this way.
I’ll pick (D7)your feet up off of the ground (Bb)and nev er, ev er (Ebmaj7)let you down.
(D7)You’re (Gm)strum ming on my heart strings like you (Bb)were a grade 8, (Ebmaj7)but I nev er felt this way.
I’ll pick (D7)your feet up off of the ground (Bb)and nev er, ev er (Ebmaj7)let you down.
Grade 8 — Simple Sheet Music
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"Grade 8" 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 Eb, 100 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 “Grade 8”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Grade 8"?
- 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 "Grade 8" by Ed Sheeran played in?
- Grade 8 is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Grade 8"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Grade 8" 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 "Grade 8"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Grade 8"?
- "Grade 8" was originally performed by Ed Sheeran. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Ed Sheeran can I play here?
- Try "Sing", "SING", "DIVE". 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 "Grade 8". Key of Eb, 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.