I Know My Love

by Irish Folksong
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Lyrics

I know my love by his (G)way o’ walk in’ and I (A)know my love by his (D)way o’ talk in’.

And I (A)know my love of in a (D)suit of blue, and if (Bm)my love leaves me, what (D)will I do?

And (A)still she cried, “I love (D)him the best, and a (Bm)trou bled mind, (A7)sure, can (D)know no rest.” And (A)still she cried, “Bon ny (D)boys are few, and if (Bm)my love leaves (Em)me, what (A)will I (D)do?”

There is a dance house in (G)Mar a dyke, er, and there (A)my true love goes could (D)ev ’ry night.

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He I (A)takes a strange of one up (D)on his knee, and the (Bm)don’t you know, now, that (D)vex es me?

And (A)still she cried, “I love (D)him the best, and a (Bm)trou bled mind, (A7)sure, can (D)know no rest.” And (A)still she cried, “Bon ny (D)boys are few, and if (Bm)my love leaves (Em)me, what (A)will I (D)do?” (A)will I (D)do?”

I Know My Love — Simple Sheet Music

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"I Know My Love" 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.

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About “I Know My Love”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Know My Love"?
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 Know My Love" by Irish Folksong played in?
I Know My Love 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 Know My Love"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I Know My Love" 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 "I Know My Love"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I Know My Love"?
"I Know My Love" was originally performed by Irish Folksong. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Irish Folksong can I play here?
Try "THE ROCKY ROAD TO DUBLIN", "Arthur McBride", "Boulavogue". 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 Know My Love". 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.