If I Lose Myself

by OneRepublic
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Lyrics

(Bm)I stare (G)up at the (D)sun,

thought of all of the peo ple, plac es and things I’ve loved.

(Bm)I stared (G)up just to (D)see

of all of the fac es, you were the one next to me.

You can feel the (Bm)light start to (G)trem ble, wash ing what you (D)know out to sea, yeah.

You can see your (Bm)life out the (G)win dow, to night.

If I lose my (G)self to night,

it ’ll be by your side.

I lose my (G)self to night.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

If I lose my (G)self to night,

it ’ll be you and I.

Lose my (G)self to night.

(Bm)I woke (G)up with the (D)sun,

thought of all of the peo ple, plac es and things I’ve loved.

(Bm)I woke (G)up just to (D)see

of all of the fac es, you were the one next to me.

You can feel the (Bm)light start to (G)trem ble, wash ing what you (D)know out to sea, yeah.

You can see your (Bm)life out the (G)win dow, to night.

If I lose my (G)self to night,

it ’ll be by your side.

I lose my (G)self to night.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

If I lose my (G)self to night,

it ’ll be you and I.

Lose my (G)self to night.

(Bm)Take us down and we keep try in’, (D)four ty thou sand feet, keep fly in’.

(Bm)Take us down and we keep try in’, (D)four ty thou sand feet, keep fly in’.

(Bm)Take us down and we keep try in’, (D)four ty thou sand feet, keep fly in’.

(Bm)Take us down and we keep try in’, (D)four ty thou sand feet, keep fly in’.

(Bm)Lose

my (G)self.

If I lose my (G)self to night.

Whoo,

hoo,

hoo,

hoo.

If I Lose Myself — Simple Sheet Music

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"If I Lose Myself" 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, 135 BPM.

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

About “If I Lose Myself”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "If I Lose Myself"?
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 "If I Lose Myself" by OneRepublic played in?
If I Lose Myself 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 "If I Lose Myself"?
The arrangement plays at 135 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "If I Lose Myself" 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 "If I Lose Myself"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "If I Lose Myself"?
"If I Lose Myself" was originally performed by OneRepublic. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "If I Lose Myself"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: A, Bm, D, Em, G.
What other songs by OneRepublic can I play here?
Try "COUNTING STARS", "I LIVED", "BURNING BRIDGES". 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 "If I Lose Myself". Key of D, 135 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.