Lay Down

by Melanie
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(G)Lay down, (D)lay down, (F)lay it all (G)down, let your white birds (D)smile up at the (F)ones who stand and (G)frown.

(G)Lay down, (D)lay down, (F)lay it all (G)down, let your white birds (D)smile up at the (F)ones who stand and (Em)frown.

We were so (D)close,

there was no (Em)room,

We bled in (D)side

each oth er’s (Em)wounds.

We all had (D)caught

the same dis (Em)ease,

and we all (D)sang

the songs of (Em)peace.

(G)Lay down, (D)lay down, (F)lay it all (G)down, let your white birds (D)smile up at the (F)ones who stand (G)and frown.

(G)Lay down, (D)lay down, (F)lay it all (G)down, let your white birds (D)smile up at the (F)ones who stand and (Em)frown.

So (D)raise

the can dles (Em)high,

’cause if you (G)don’t, we could stay (D)black a (A)gainst the (Em)night.

So

(D)raise them (A)high er a (Em)gain,

and if you (G)do we could stay (D)dry a (A)gainst the (Em)rain.

(Em)peace.

Some came to (D)sing,

some came to (Em)pray.

Some came to (D)keep

the dark a (Em)way.

So (D)raise

the can dles (Em)high,

’cause if you (G)don’t, we could stay (D)black a (A)gainst the (Em)night.

So

(D)raise them (A)high er a (Em)gain,

and if you (G)do we could stay (D)dry a (A)gainst the (Em)rain.

(G)Lay down, (D)lay down, (F)lay it all (G)down, let your white birds (D)smile up at the (F)ones who stand and (G)frown.

You got to (G)Lay down, (D)lay down, (F)lay it all (G)down, let your white birds (D)smile up at the (F)ones who stand and (G)frown.

You got to

Lay Down — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Lay Down" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. 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.

About “Lay Down

Can I play "Lay Down" without reading sheet music?
Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Lay Down" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Lay Down" by Melanie played in?
Lay Down 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 "Lay Down"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Lay Down" 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 "Lay Down"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Lay Down"?
"Lay Down" was originally performed by Melanie. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Lay Down"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: A, D, Em, F, G.
What other songs by Melanie can I play here?
Try "WHAT HAVE THEY DONE TO MY SONG, MA?", "BRAND NEW KEY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Lay Down"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Lay Down" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "Lay Down"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Lay Down" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.

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