What key is "In Bloom" by Nirvana played in?

In Bloom is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.

What's the tempo (BPM) of "In Bloom"?

The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.

Is "In Bloom" 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 "In Bloom"?

Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.

Who composed "In Bloom"?

"In Bloom" was originally performed by Nirvana. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.

What chords are used in "In Bloom"?

This arrangement uses 16 chords: A, Ab, Abpow, Apow, B, Bb, Bpow, C, +8 more.

What other songs by Nirvana can I play here?

Try "SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT", "COME AS YOU ARE", "HEART SHAPED BOX". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Lyrics

(CN.C.)Sell

the kids

for food,

weath

er chang

es moods.

(Bb)Spring

is here

a gain,

(Bb)re

pro duc

tive glands.

(B5)He’s

the one

who likes (Bb)all the pret ty songs

and he (Bb)likes to sing a long

and he (Bb)likes to shoot his gun,

but he (C)knows not what it (Eb7)means,

(C)knows not what it (Eb7)means.

And I say, (Bb)he’s

the one

who likes (Bb)all the pret ty songs

and he (Bb)likes to sing a long

and he (Bb)likes to shoot his gun,

but he (C)knows not what it (Eb7)means,

(C)knows not what it (Eb7)means.

And I say, (Bb)yeah.

(CN.C.)We

can have

some more,

ture is

a whore.

(Bb)Bruis

es on

the fruit,

(Bb)ten

der age

in bloom.

(B5)He’s

the one

who likes (Bb)all the pret ty songs

and he (Bb)likes to sing a long

and he (Bb)likes to shoot his gun,

but he (C)knows not what it (Eb7)means,

(C)knows not what it (Eb7)means.

And I say, (Bb)he’s

the one

who likes (Bb)all the pret ty songs

and he (Bb)likes to sing a long

and he (Bb)likes to shoot his gun,

but he (C)knows not what it (Eb7)means,

(C)knows not what it (Eb7)means.

And I say, (Bb)yeah.

(B5)He’s

(C)Knows not what it (Eb7)means,

(C)knows not what it (Eb7)means.

And I say, (Bb)yeah.

(Bb)yeah.

In Bloom — Visual Piano Sheet Music

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"In Bloom" in visual bar notation — see every note as a colored bar on the staff. Easier to read than traditional sheet music. Scrolls automatically as you play. Key of Eb, 120 BPM.

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

Try other practice modes:

Falling Notes Beginner Lead Sheet Simple Sheet

About “In Bloom”

What key is "In Bloom" by Nirvana played in?: In Bloom is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "In Bloom"?: The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "In Bloom" 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 "In Bloom"?: Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "In Bloom"?: "In Bloom" was originally performed by Nirvana. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "In Bloom"?: This arrangement uses 16 chords: A, Ab, Abpow, Apow, B, Bb, Bpow, C, +8 more.
What other songs by Nirvana can I play here?: Try "SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT", "COME AS YOU ARE", "HEART SHAPED BOX". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.