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My arms (G)are (D)miss ing you,
my lips (G)feel the (G)same way (A)too.
I tried (G)so (D)hard to be true
like (G)I (D)prom ised to do;
but this boy (G)keeps (D)com ing a round
he’s (D)try ing to wear my (G)re (D)sist ance down.
(G)Hey, (G6)Jim my,
Jim my oh, (D)Jim my Mack, when are you (G)com ing back?
Jim my,
Jim my,
oh, (D)Jim my Mack, you bet ter (G)hur ry back.
My arms (G)are (D)miss ing you,
my lips (G)feel the (G)same way (A)too.
I tried (G)so (D)hard to be true
like (G)I (D)prom ised to do;
but this boy (G)keeps (D)com ing a round he’s (D)try ing to wear my (G)re (D)sist ance down.
(G)Hey, (G6)Jim my,
Jim my
oh, (D)Jim my Mack, when are you (G)com ing back?
Jim my,
Jim my,
oh, (D)Jim my Mack, you bet ter (G)hur ry back.
(G)hur ry back, need your (D)lov ing,
need (G)your (D)lov ing.
(Em7)lov ing.
Hey, (D)Jim my Mack, you (G)bet ter (D)hur ry back.
(D)Jim my Mack, when (G)are you (D)com ing back?
(D)com ing back?
Jimmy Mack — Simple Sheet Music
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"Jimmy Mack" 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, 100 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Jimmy Mack”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Jimmy Mack"?
- 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 "Jimmy Mack" by Martha & The Vandellas played in?
- Jimmy Mack 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 "Jimmy Mack"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Jimmy Mack" 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 "Jimmy Mack"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Jimmy Mack"?
- "Jimmy Mack" was originally performed by Martha & The Vandellas. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Jimmy Mack"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, A7, D, Em, Em7, G, G6.
- What other songs by Martha & The Vandellas can I play here?
- Try "NOWHERE TO RUN", "HEATWAVE", "DANCING IN THE STREET". 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 "Jimmy Mack". Key of D, 100 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.
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