In The Light

by The Lumineers
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Lyrics

I don’t know why I just can’t let it go.

I don’t know why I just can’t let it go.

(A)Mmm.

(A)Mem ’ries old, but I just can’t let it go.

The i dea’s gone, but I just can’t let it go.

(A)Time,

(A)give me my (C#)yes (C#sus)ter (C#)days.

(C#)Save it for (D)all you had in your eyes,

I have gone a way.

(A)Fate

(A)dealt you a (C#)trick (C#sus)y (C#)hand.

(C#)Now you’re just (D)left a lone in your mind

I have gone a way.

and I have gone a way.

Mmm.

In the light,

right (D)here in the light.

Right (D)here in the, (A)hold me and (F#m)don’t you (E6)ev er (D)let this die.

Right here in the light.

In the day time.

Right (D)here in the, (A)hold me and (F#m)don’t you (E6)ev er (D)let this die.

In the light.

In the day time,

right (D)here in the...

In The Light — Piano Lead Sheet

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"In The Light" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of A, 98 BPM.

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

About “In The Light”

Where are the chord symbols for "In The Light" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "In The Light" is in A.
What key is "In The Light" by The Lumineers played in?
In The Light is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "In The Light"?
The arrangement plays at 98 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "In The Light" 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 The Light"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "In The Light"?
"In The Light" was originally performed by The Lumineers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "In The Light"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: A, B, B9, C#, C#sus4, D, D7, Dmaj7, +3 more.
What other songs by The Lumineers can I play here?
Try "PATIENCE", "CLEOPATRA", "STUBBORN LOVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "In The Light" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "In The Light" is in the key of A at 98 BPM.
What chords are in "In The Light"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of A, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.