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Late ly I’ve found when I (Csus2)start to think a (G)loud, there’s a long ing in the (Em7)sound; there is (Csus2)more I could (G)be.
In dark ness I’ll leave for a (Csus2)place I’ve nev er (G)seen.
It’s been call ing out to (Em7)me; that is (Csus2)where I should (G)be.
We nev er car ry (G)days on our (G)own,
but now it’s up to (G)us to know
the weight of be ing (Csus2)so much (G)more.
We will (Csus2)find our (G)selves on the road.
(G)On we march with the (C6/9)mid night (G)sun.
We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.
On we march ’til we (C6/9)meet the (G)dawn.
We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.
As we walk out with out (Csus2)ques tion, with out (G)doubt, in the light that we have (Em7)found, it is (Csus2)fi nal ly (G)clear.
In Our day is come, and we’ll (Csus2)stand for who we (G)are.
We are read y, we are (Em7)young, we have (Csus2)noth ing to (G)fear.
We nev er car ry (G)days on our (G)own,
but now it’s up to (G)us to know
the weight of be ing (Csus2)so much (G)more.
We will (Csus2)find our (G)selves on the road.
(G)On we march with the (C6/9)mid night (G)sun.
We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.
On we march ’til we (C6/9)meet the (G)dawn.
We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.
We have a (C)light
to our fac es,
and re al (C)ized
we were chas ing
shad ows be (C)hind.
Now we’re sav ing
sub vert ed (Am9)pride for ev er e lim i nat ing.
(G)On we march with the (C6/9)mid night (G)sun.
We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.
(G)On we march ’til we (C6/9)meet the (G)dawn.
We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.
And dark ness I’ll leave (G)for a (C6)place I’ve nev (G)er seen.
(G)It’s been call ing out to (Em7)me; that is (Gsus)where I should (G)be.
Lanterns — Simple Sheet Music
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"Lanterns" 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, 168 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 “Lanterns”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Lanterns"?
- 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 "Lanterns" by Birds Of Tokyo played in?
- Lanterns 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 "Lanterns"?
- The arrangement plays at 168 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Lanterns" 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 "Lanterns"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Lanterns"?
- "Lanterns" was originally performed by Birds Of Tokyo. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Lanterns"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: Am7, Am9, C, C6, Csus2, Dsus4, E7, Em, +4 more.
- What other songs by Birds Of Tokyo can I play here?
- Try "Lanterns". 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 "Lanterns". Key of G, 168 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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