I Need Some Sleep

by Eels
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I Need Some Sleep

Easy
Eels90 BPM
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Lyrics

I need some sleep; it (Fmaj7)can’t go on like (C)this.

I tried count ing (Em7)sheep, but there’s (Fmaj7)one I al ways (G)miss.

Ev ’ry one says I’m (Fmaj7)get ting down too (C)low.

Ev ’ry one says you (F)just got ta let it (C)go, you (F)just got ta let it (C)go, you (F)just got ta let it (C)go.

I need some sleep; time (Fmaj7)to the old horse (C)down.

I’m tried in too (Em7)deep and the (Fmaj7)wheels keep spin ning (G)’round.

Ev ’ry one says I’m (Fmaj7)get ting down too (C)low.

Ev ’ry one says you (F)just got ta let it (C)go, you (F)just got ta let it (C)go, you (F)just got ta let it (C)go.

You (F)just got ta let it (C)go.

You (F)just got ta let it (C)go.

You (F)just got ta let it (C)go.

I Need Some Sleep by Eels

Easy piano arrangement in the key of A at 90 BPM. Difficulty: easy. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

About “I Need Some Sleep”

What key is "I Need Some Sleep" in?
"I Need Some Sleep" by Eels is in the key of A with a tempo of 90 BPM. Difficulty: easy.
Is "I Need Some Sleep" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.
Can I play "I Need Some Sleep" without reading sheet music?
Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
How long does it take to learn "I Need Some Sleep" on piano?
1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
What other songs by Eels can I play here?
Try "I Need Some Sleep", "My Beloved Monster". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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