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We (G)two were (G7)sweet hearts; but we (C)said good (G)bye;
one with a (D7)hand shake and one (Am)with (G)a sigh.
We two were sweet hearts by a (A7)sa cred vow.
What (Am)are we now?
What (C)are (Bm)we (Bb7)now?
(G7)Just (Cmaj7)friends,
lov ers no (Cm6)more;
just (G)friends,
but not like be (Eb7)fore.
To (Am7)think of what we’ve (D7)been
and (Gmaj7)not to kiss a (G6)gain, seems (G)like pre (A9)tend ing
it is n’t the (D7)end ing.
(G7)Two (Cmaj7)friends
drift ing a (Cm6)part;
two (G)friends,
but one bro ken (Eb7)heart.
We (Am7)loved, we laughed, we (D7)cried,
and (B7)sud den (B)ly love (Em7)died.
The (Em)sto ry (A7)ends,
(A7)and (D)we’re (D13)just (G)friends.
Where (G)are the (G7)sun beams that were (C)in your (G)eyes?
Some times I (D7)won der if they (Am)too (G)were lies.
We, who were lov ers, are now (A7)on ly friends.
That’s (Am)how it ends.
What (C)are (Bm)we (Bb7)now?
(G7)Just (Cmaj7)friends,
lov ers no (Cm6)more;
just (G)friends,
but not like be (Eb7)fore.
To (Am7)think of what we’ve (D7)been
and (Gmaj7)not to kiss a (G6)gain, seems (G)like pre (A9)tend ing
it is n’t the (D7)end ing.
(G7)Two (Cmaj7)friends
drift ing a (Cm6)part;
two (G)friends,
but one bro ken (Eb7)heart.
We (Am7)loved, we laughed, we (D7)cried,
and (B7)sud den (B)ly love (Em7)died.
The (Em)sto ry (A7)ends,
(A7)and (D)we’re (D13)just (G)friends.
(G)friends.
(G7)Just (G)friends.
Just Friends — Simple Sheet Music
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"Just Friends" 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, 114 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 “Just Friends”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Just Friends"?
- 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 "Just Friends" by John Klenner played in?
- Just Friends 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 "Just Friends"?
- The arrangement plays at 114 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Just Friends" 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 "Just Friends"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Just Friends"?
- "Just Friends" was originally performed by John Klenner. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- 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 "Just Friends". Key of G, 114 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.