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Pick a learning view.
(Am)Look in the mir ror and (C)tell me when just what you see.
(Am)What have the years of your (C)life a taught you to be?
(F)In no cence dy ing in (D)so man y ways;
(F)things that you dream of are (Em)lost, when lost in the haze.
Hold (Em)on,
ba by, hold (D)on,
’cause it’s (C)clos er than you (D)think and you’re (Am)stand ing on the (D)brink.
Hold (Em)on,
ba by, hold (D)on,
’cause there’s (C)some thing on the (D)way, your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same as to (E)day.
(Am)Don’t you re call what you (C)felt ing, when you weren’t a lone?
(Am)Some one who stood by your (C)side, he’s face you have known?
(F)Where do you run when it’s (D)too much to bear
(F)Who do you turn to in (Em)need you’re no bod y’s there?
Hold (Em)on,
ba by, hold (D)on,
’cause it’s (C)clos er than you (D)think and you’re (Am)stand ing on the (D)brink.
Hold (Em)on,
ba by, hold (D)on,
’cause there’s (C)some thing on the (D)way, your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same as to (E)day.
(C)some thing on the (D)way, your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same.
Hold (Em)on,
ba by, hold (D)on,
’cause it’s (C)clos er than you (D)think and you’re (Am)stand ing on the (D)brink.
Hold (Em)on,
ba by, hold (D)on,
’cause there’s (C)some thing on the (D)way; your to (Am)mor row’s not the (D)same.
Hold (Em)on.
Hold On — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners
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Learn "Hold On" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of C, 72 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 “Hold On”
- Can I play "Hold On" without reading sheet music?
- Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Hold On" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
- What key is "Hold On" by Kansas played in?
- Hold On is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Hold On"?
- The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Hold On" 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 "Hold On"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Hold On"?
- "Hold On" was originally performed by Kansas. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Hold On"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Am, B, C, D, E, Em, Esus4, F, +1 more.
- What other songs by Kansas can I play here?
- Try "SONG FOR AMERICA", "THE WALL", "CARRY ON WAYWARD SON". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Can a complete beginner play "Hold On"?
- Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Hold On" is simplified for beginners.
- Do I need to read music to play "Hold On"?
- No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Hold On" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.
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