I Heard It Through The Grapevine

by Creedence Clearwater Revival
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Lyrics

Ooh, (Dm)bet you’re won d’ring how I knew

’bout your plans to make me (G)blue

with some oth er guy that you knew be fore?

Be tween the two of us guys; you know I love you (G)more.

It took me by sur (Bm)prise, I must say,

when I found out yes ter day.

Ooh, I (Dm)heard it through the grape vine,

not much long er would you be mine.

Ooh, I (Dm)heard it through the grape vine,

and I’m just a bout to lose my mind.

Hon ey, hon ey, yeah.

Peo You know that a man ain’t sup posed to cry

but these tears I can’t hold in (G)side.

Los in’ you would end my life, you see,

’cause you mean that you much to me.

You could have told to me your self

that you loved you some one else.

In stead, I (Dm)heard it through the grape vine,

not much long er would you be mine.

Ooh, I (Dm)heard it through the grape vine,

and I’m just a bout to lose my mind.

Hon ey, hon ey, yeah.

Peo ple say be lieve half ain’t of what you see,

son, and none I of what you (G)hear.

I can’t help would be in’ con fused see,

if it’s true, won’t you tell me, dear?

Do you have plan to let me go

for the er you loved be fore?

In stead, I

Ooh, I (Dm)heard it through the grape vine,

not much long er would you be mine.

Ooh, I (Dm)heard it through the grape vine,

not much long er would you be mine.

Ooh, I (Dm)heard it through the grape vine.

I Heard It Through The Grapevine — Simple Sheet Music

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"I Heard It Through The Grapevine" 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 D, 120 BPM.

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

About “I Heard It Through The Grapevine”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Heard It Through The Grapevine"?
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 Heard It Through The Grapevine" by Creedence Clearwater Revival played in?
I Heard It Through The Grapevine is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "I Heard It Through The Grapevine"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" 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 Heard It Through The Grapevine"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I Heard It Through The Grapevine"?
"I Heard It Through The Grapevine" was originally performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "I Heard It Through The Grapevine"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: A7, Bm, Bm7, C, Dm, G.
What other songs by Creedence Clearwater Revival can I play here?
Try "HEY, TONIGHT", "SUSIE-Q", "FORTUNATE SON". 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 Heard It Through The Grapevine". Key of D, 120 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.