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So this is (F)X mas
and what have you (Gm)done,
an oth er year (C7)o ver,
a new one just be (F)gun.
And (F7)so this is (Bb)X mas,
I hope you have (Cm)fun,
the the near and the (F)dear ones,
the (F7)old and the (Bb)young.
A (Bb7)mer ry, mer ry (Eb)X mas
and a hap py New (F)Year.
Let’s hope it’s a (Cm)good one,
with out an y (Bb)fear.
And (F)so this is (F)X mas
for weak and for (Gm)strong;
the rich and the (C7)poor ones,
the road is so be (F)long.
And (F7)so hap py (Bb)X mas,
for black and for (Cm)white,
for the yel low and (F)red ones,
let’s (F7)stop all the (Bb)fights.
A (Bb7)mer ry, mer ry (Eb)X mas
and a hap py New (F)Year.
Let’s hope it’s a (Cm)good one,
with out an y (Bb)fear.
And (F)so this is (C)fear.
(F)War is o ver (Gm)if you want it.
(C7)War is o ver (F)now.
Happy Xmas (War Is Over) — Simple Sheet Music
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"Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" 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 F, 152 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 (War Is Over)”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)"?
- 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 (War Is Over)" by John Lennon played in?
- Happy Xmas (War Is Over) is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)"?
- The arrangement plays at 152 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" 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 (War Is Over)"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)"?
- "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" was originally performed by John Lennon. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by John Lennon can I play here?
- Try "HAPPY XMAS", "STARTING OVER", "MIND GAMES". 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 (War Is Over)". Key of F, 152 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.