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I would like to (Dbmaj7)leave this cit y, (Ab)this old town don’t smell too pret ty and
I can (Eb)feel the warn ing signs
(Bb)run ning a round my mind.
And when I leave this is land I’ll (Ab)book my self in to a soul a sy lum.
I can (Eb)feel the warn ing signs
(Bb)run ning a round my mind.
So here I go,
I’m still (C)scratch ing a round in the same old hole.
My (Db)bod y feels young, but my mind is ver y old.
So what do you say?
You can’t (C)give me the dreams that are mine an y way.
You’re (Dbmaj7)half the world a way,
you’re (Dbm7)half the world a way.
And when I leave this plan et, (Ab)you know I’d stay, but I just can’t stand it and I can (Eb)feel the warn ing signs
(Bb)run ning a round my mind.
And if I can (Dbmaj7)leave this spi rit, I’ll (Ab)find me a hole and I’ll live in it and I can (Eb)feel the warn ing signs
(Bb)run ning a round my mind.
(CN.C.)half the world a way.
You’re (Ab)half the (Eb)world a way,
I’ve been lost, I’ve been found, but I don’t feel down.
You’re (Ab)half the (Eb)world a way,
I’ve been lost, I’ve been found, but I don’t feel down.
I (CN.C.)don’t feel
down.
(I don’t feel (CN.C.)down.)
Half The World Away — Simple Sheet Music
"Half The World Away" 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 Db, 165 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 “Half The World Away”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Half The World Away"?
- 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 "Half The World Away" by Aurora played in?
- Half The World Away is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Half The World Away"?
- The arrangement plays at 165 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Half The World Away" 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 "Half The World Away"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Half The World Away"?
- "Half The World Away" was originally performed by Aurora. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Half The World Away"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Bb, C, Db, Dbm6, Dbm7, Dbmaj7, Eb, +1 more.
- 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 "Half The World Away". Key of Db, 165 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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