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(G)Co caine (C)flame in my (G)blood stream.
Sold my coat when I hit Spo kane.
I bought my self a hard pack of cig a rettes in the ear ly morn ing (G)rain.
Late ly my (C)hands, they don’t feel like mine.
My eyes been stung with (C)dust and blind.
I held you in my arms one time.
I lost you just the (G)same.
Jo lene,
well, I ain’t a bout to go straight.
It’s (C)too late,
and I found my self (C)face down (G)in the ditch, booze in my hair, blood on my lips, a (Em)pic ture of you hold ing a pic ture of me in the (C)pock et of my blue jeans.
Still don’t (D)know what love means.
Still don’t (D)know what love means.
Jo lene.
La la la la la la la.
Jo lene.
La la la la la la la (G)la la la.
It’s been so (C)long since I’ve seen your face or felt a part of this (C)hu man race.
Been liv ing out of this here suit case for way (D)too (G)long.
A man needs (C)some thing he can hold on to; nine pound ham mer or a (C)wom an like you.
Ei ther one of them things will do.
Co caine (C)flame in my (G)blood stream.
Sold my coat when I hit Spo kane.
Jolene — Simple Sheet Music
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"Jolene" 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, 80 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 “Jolene”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Jolene"?
- 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 "Jolene" by Zac Brown Band played in?
- Jolene 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 "Jolene"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Jolene" 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 "Jolene"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Jolene"?
- "Jolene" was originally performed by Zac Brown Band. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Jolene"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: Am, C, D, Em, G.
- What other songs by Zac Brown Band can I play here?
- Try "Colder Weather", "No Hurry", "Keep Me in Mind". 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 "Jolene". Key of G, 80 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.