Guiding Light

by Muse
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Lyrics

(C)Pure

hearts

(Am)stum

ble in (F)my

(Dm)hands, they (Gsus4)crum

(G)ble,

(Am)fra

(G)gile and (F)stripped to the core, I can’t (G)hurt you a

ny (C)more.

(C)Loved

by

(Am)num

bers, you’re (F)los

(Dm)ing life’s (Gsus4)won

(G)der

(Am)touch

(G)like

(F)stran gers; de tached I can’t (G)feel you a

ny (C)more.

The (F)sun

(G)shine

(Am)trapped in our (F)hearts, it could rise

(C)a gain,

but I’m (F)lost.

(G)Crushed,

(Am)cold and con (F)fused with no (Dm7)gui

ding

(G7)light

left

in side.

When

you’re my gui ding

light.

When there’s no gui ding

light left in

side,

there’s no gui ding

light in (F)our lives.

Guiding Light — Simple Sheet Music

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

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About “Guiding Light”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Guiding Light"?
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 "Guiding Light" by Muse played in?
Guiding Light 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 "Guiding Light"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Guiding Light" 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 "Guiding Light"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Guiding Light"?
"Guiding Light" was originally performed by Muse. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Muse can I play here?
Try "Psycho", "Mercy", "SOMETHING HUMAN". 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 "Guiding Light". 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.