Heroes And Villains

by Brian Wilson
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I (Db)been in this town so long that back in the cit y I been tak en for the lost and gone bul and un known ven for a long (Eb7)brought long time.

Fell in (Ab7)love years a go with an in no cent girl from the Span ish and In di an home town of the he roes and (Db)vil lains.

(Db)Once in at night co til lion squared, in the fight, and she was right en in the rain of the bul lets that e ven tu al ly (Eb7)brought her down,

Fell but (Ab7)she’s still danc ing in the night, un a fraid what a dude ish ’ll do di in a town full of he roes and (Db)vil lains.

(Db)vil lains.

(Ebm)He roes and vil lains, just see what you’ve done, (Ab7)done.

(Ebm)He roes and vil lains, just see what you’ve done, (Ab7)done.

(Fm7)Na, na, na, (Bb7)na, na, (Ebm)na, na, na, na.

(Db)La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, la, (Eb7)la, la, la.

Stand or (Ab7)fall, I know there shall be peace in the val ley, and it’s all an af fair of my life with the he roes and (Db)vil lains.

(Gb)In the can ti (Gbm)na, Mar ga ri ta (Dbmaj7)keeps the spir its high.

(Ebm7)There I watched her.

She spun a round and (Db7)wound in the warmth; her bod y fanned the (Ab7)flame of the dance.

(Gb)Dance, Mar ga ri (Gbm)ta, don’t you know that (Dbmaj7)I love you?

(Ebm7)Dance.

(Ab13)(Woo, woo, woo, woo.)

My (Db)chil dren were raised, you know they (Db)sud den ly rise.

They start ed (Ab)slow long a (Gb)go, head to (Db)toe, and health y, (Ebm)wealth y (Ab5)and (Db)wise.

I (Db)been in this town so long, so (Gb)long to the (Gdim7)cit y, I’m (Db)fit with the stuff

to (Db)ride in the rough,

and (Db)son ny, down (Gdim7)snuff, I’m all (Ab7)right

by the he roes and.

(Ebm)He roes and vil lains, just see what you’ve done, (Ab7)done.

(Ebm)He roes and vil lains, just see what you’ve done, (Ab7)done.

(Fm7)Na, na, na, (Bb7)na, na, (Ebm)na, na, na,

Heroes And Villains — Simple Sheet Music

"Heroes And Villains" 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 Gb, 136 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Heroes And Villains

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Heroes And Villains"?
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 "Heroes And Villains" by Brian Wilson played in?
Heroes And Villains is arranged in the key of Gb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Heroes And Villains"?
The arrangement plays at 136 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Heroes And Villains" 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 "Heroes And Villains"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Heroes And Villains"?
"Heroes And Villains" was originally performed by Brian Wilson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Heroes And Villains"?
This arrangement uses 30 chords: A, A7, Ab, Ab7, Abdom, Abpow, Bb7, Bbm7, +22 more.
What other songs by Brian Wilson can I play here?
Try "SURF'S UP", "WONDERFUL", "GOOD VIBRATIONS". 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 "Heroes And Villains". Key of Gb, 136 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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