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(E5)Peo ple
(G5)keep on (E5)learn in’.
while be (E5)Sol diers
(G5)keep on (A5)be (E5)war rin’.
The (B5)world ers,
(A5)keeps on (A5)turn in’,
’cause it won’t be too (Em7)long.
The (E5)pow ers
(G5)keep on (E5)ly in’,
The be (E5)peo ple
(G5)keep on (A5)be (E5)dy in’.
The (B5)world ers,
(A5)keeps on (A5)turn in’,
’cause it won’t be too (Em7)long.
The
I’m so darn glad he let me (Em7)try it a gain, ’cause my (A5)last time on earth I lived a (Em7)whole world of sin.
I’m (A5)so glad that I know more (Em7)than I knew then.
Gon na (F#5)keep on try in’, ’til I reach the high er (Em7)ground.
The (Em7)ground.
’Til I reach the (A5)high er (Em7)ground.
’Til I reach the (A5)high er (Em7)ground.
’Til I reach the (A5)high er (Em7)ground.
’Til I reach the (A5)high er (E5)ground.
Higher Ground — Simple Sheet Music
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"Higher Ground" 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 E, 106 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 “Higher Ground”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Higher Ground"?
- 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 "Higher Ground" by Red Hot Chili Peppers played in?
- Higher Ground is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Higher Ground"?
- The arrangement plays at 106 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Higher Ground" 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 "Higher Ground"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Higher Ground"?
- "Higher Ground" was originally performed by Red Hot Chili Peppers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Higher Ground"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: Apow, Bpow, C, Dpow, Em7, Epow, F#pow, Gpow.
- What other songs by Red Hot Chili Peppers can I play here?
- Try "UNDER THE BRIDGE", "MY FRIENDS", "DANI CALIFORNIA". 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 "Higher Ground". Key of E, 106 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.