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So this is (A)X mas,
and what have you (Bm)done?
An oth er year (E)o ver,
a new one just be (A)gun.
And so this is (D)X mas;
I hope you have (Em)fun,
the near and the (A)dear ones,
the old and the (D)young.
A mer ry, mer ry (G)X mas
and a hap py New (A)Year.
Let’s hope it’s a (Em)good one
with out an y (D)fear.
And so this is (A)X mas
for weak and for (Bm)strong.
The rich and the (E)poor ones,
the road is so (A)long.
And so, hap py (D)X mas
for black and for (Em)white,
for the yel low and (A)red ones;
let’s stop all the (D)fights.
A mer ry, mer ry (G)X mas
and a hap py New (A)Year.
Let’s hope it’s a (Em)good one
with out an y (D)fear.
And so this is (D)fear.
(A)War is o ver (Bm)if you want it; (E)war is o ver (A)now.
Happy Xmas — Simple Sheet Music
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"Happy Xmas" 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, 99 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 “Happy Xmas”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Happy Xmas"?
- 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 "Happy Xmas" by John Lennon played in?
- Happy Xmas 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 "Happy Xmas"?
- The arrangement plays at 99 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Happy Xmas" 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 "Happy Xmas"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Happy Xmas"?
- "Happy Xmas" was originally performed by John Lennon. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Happy Xmas"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: A, Bm, D, E, Em, G.
- What other songs by John Lennon can I play here?
- Try "STARTING OVER", "MIND GAMES", "WOMAN". 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 "Happy Xmas". Key of A, 99 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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