How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful

by Florence And The Machine
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Be tween a (A)cru ci fix and the Hol ly wood sign we de (C)cid ed to get hurt.

Now there’s a (A)few things we (G)have to burn,

set our hearts a blaze.

And ev ’ry (A)cit y was a gift.

And ev ’ry sky line was like a (D)kiss up on the lips.

And I was (A)mak in’ you a wish

in ev ’ry sky line.

How (F)big, how blue, how (A)beau ti ful.

How (F)big, how blue, how (C)beau ti ful.

And (A)mean while a man was (G)fall ing from space and (C)ev ’ry day I wore your face like an (A)at mos phere a round (G)me.

The (C)sat el lite be side me.

And (A)mean while a man was (G)fall ing from space, as he (C)hit the earth I left this place.

Let the (A)at mos phere sur round (G)me.

The (D)sat el lite be side me.

Well, (Fmaj7)what are we gon na do?

We’ve o pened the door, now it’s all com ing (D)through.

(Fmaj7)Tell me you see it too.

We’ve o pened our eyes and it’s chang ing the (D)view.

Oh, (F)what are we gon na do?

We’ve o pened the door now it’s all com ing (D)through.

How (F)big, how blue, how (A)beau ti ful.

How (F)big, how blue, how (C)beau ti ful.

And ev ’ry (A)cit y was a gift.

And ev ’ry sky line was like a kiss (D)up on the lips.

And I was (A)mak in’ you a wish

in ev ’ry sky line, was like a (D)kiss up on the lips.

And (A)mean while a man was (G)fall ing from space.

And (C)ev ’ry day I wore your face like an (A)at mos phere a round (G)me.

I’m (D)hap py you’re be side me.

Well, (D)through.

How (F)big, how blue, how (C)beau ti ful.

How (F)big, how blue, how (A)beau ti ful.

How (F)big, how blue, how...

(F)So much time on the oth (G)er side

(C)wait in’ for you to wake (D)up.

(F)So much time on the oth (G)er side

(C)wait in’ for you to wake up.

(F)May be I’ll see you in an oth (G)er life

if (C)this one was n’t e nough.

(F)So much time on the oth er side.

How (F)big, how blue, how (A)beau ti

How (F)big, how blue.

How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" 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 A, 130 BPM.

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

About “How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful

Can I play "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" 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 "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" by Florence And The Machine played in?
How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful 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 "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful"?
The arrangement plays at 130 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" 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 "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful"?
"How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" was originally performed by Florence And The Machine. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: A, C, Cmaj9, D, Dsus4, Em, Em7, F, +3 more.
What other songs by Florence And The Machine can I play here?
Try "DELILAH", "VARIOUS STORMS & SAINTS", "SHAKE IT OUT". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful"?
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. "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.

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