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I’ve got (D7sus)ev ’ry my rea son on earth ger (D7sus)to be mad,
’cause (G)I’ve just lost the on ly girl I had.
And if I could get my way,
I’d get my self locked up to day, but I can’t, so I’ll cry
in (G)stead.
I’ve got a (D7sus)chip on my shoul der that’s earth ger (D7sus)than my feet.
’cause (G)I can’t talk to peo ple that I meet.
And If I could see you now,
I’d try to make you sad some how, but I can’t, so I’ll cry
in (G)stead.
I’ve got a Don’t want to (Bm)cry when there’s peo ple there, I get (A7)shy when they start to stare.
I’m (D)gon na hide my self a way hey, but (E)I’ll come back a (A)gain some day.
And when I (G)do, you (D7sus)bet ter hide (D7sus)all the girls,
I’m (G)I’m gon na (D7sus)break their hearts all ’round the world.
Yes, (C7)I’m gon na break ’em in two,
and show you what your lov in’ man can do, un til then
I’ll cry
in (G)stead.
Don’t want to (Bm)cry when there’s peo ple there, I get (A7)shy when they start to stare.
I’m (D)gon na hide my self a way hey, but (E)I’ll come back a (A)gain some day.
And when I (G)do, you (D7sus)bet ter hide (D7sus)all the girls,
’Cause (G)I’m gon na (D7sus)break their hearts all ’round the world.
Yes, (C7)I’m gon na break ’em in two,
and show you what your lov in’ man can do, un til then
I’ll cry
in (G)stead.
Don’t want to (G)stead.
I'll Cry Instead — Simple Sheet Music
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"I'll Cry Instead" 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 G, 170 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “I'll Cry Instead”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I'll Cry Instead"?
- 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'll Cry Instead" by The Beatles played in?
- I'll Cry Instead is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "I'll Cry Instead"?
- The arrangement plays at 170 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I'll Cry Instead" 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'll Cry Instead"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I'll Cry Instead"?
- "I'll Cry Instead" was originally performed by The Beatles. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "I'll Cry Instead"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, A7, Bm, C7, D, D7, E, G.
- What other songs by The Beatles can I play here?
- Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". 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'll Cry Instead". Key of G, 170 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.