Other arrangements of I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues
Pick a learning view.
Don’t wish it a way,
don’t (Em7)look at it like (F)it’s for your (C)ev er.
Be (C)tween you (D7sus)and me,
I could hon est ly (Bm)say tion, that (F)things er can on ly get (C)bet ter.
And (C)while I’m a way,
(B7)dust out the de mons in side,
and it won’t than be (C)long be fore you and me (G)run to the place in our hearts
(F)where we hide.
And I (C)guess that’s why they (G)call it the (F)blues.
Time (F)on (Dm7)my (C)hands could be (G)time spent with (F)you,
(C)laugh ing like (G)chil dren, liv ing like (Am)lov ers, (C)roll ing like (F)thun der un der the cov ers.
And I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.
Just stare in to space;
don’t (Em7)pic at ture my (F)face in your (C)hands.
er.
Be (C)Live for (D7sus)each sec
I with out hes i (Bm)ta tion, and (F)nev er for get I’m your (C)man.
ter.
And (C)Wait on me, girl.
(B7)Cry in the night if it helps,
and but more than ev (C)er, be I sim ply love (G)you to the more than I love
(F)life it self.
And I (C)guess that’s why they (G)call it the (F)blues.
Time (F)on (Dm7)my (C)hands could be (G)time spent with (F)you,
(C)laugh ing like (G)chil dren, liv ing like (Am)lov ers, (C)roll ing like (F)thun der un der the cov ers.
And I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.
(C)blues.
(C)Wait on me, girl.
(C)blues.
(Laugh ing like (G)chil dren,
liv ing like (Em7)lov ers.) And I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.
(Laugh ing like (G)chil dren,
liv ing like (Em7)lov ers.) And I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.
And I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.
I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues — Simple Sheet Music
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"I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" 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 C, 117 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 “I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues"?
- 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 "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" by Elton John played in?
- I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues 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 "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues"?
- The arrangement plays at 117 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" 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 "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues"?
- "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" was originally performed by Elton John. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am, Am7, B7, Bm, C, D7, Dm7, Em7, +3 more.
- What other songs by Elton John can I play here?
- Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". 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 "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues". Key of C, 117 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.