Lazarus

by David Bowie
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Lyrics

Look up here, man, I’m in in (F)hea ven, ger,

I’ve got scars ing that can’t be (F)seen.

I’ve got dra ma, it can’t be (F)sto len, whirl,

ev ’ry bo dy phone knows me now.

Ain’t that just like (Am)me?)

Look up here, man, I’m in in (F)hea ven, ger,

I’ve got scars ing that left to (F)lose.

I’m so high, ma, it makes my (F)sto len, whirl,

dropped my bo dy phone down be low.

Ain’t that just like (Am)me?)

By the time I got to (D)New York

I was liv ing like a (D7)king,

then I used up all my (D)mon ey,

I was look ing for your (D)***.

This way or (F)no way

you know I’ll be (F)free,

just like that (F)blue bird,

now, ain’t that just like me?

Lazarus — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Lazarus" by David Bowie in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of C, 64 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “Lazarus

Can I learn "Lazarus" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Lazarus" with hands-separate practice in C at 64 BPM.
What key is "Lazarus" by David Bowie played in?
Lazarus is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Lazarus"?
The arrangement plays at 64 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Lazarus" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Lazarus"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Lazarus"?
"Lazarus" was originally performed by David Bowie. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Lazarus"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, C, D, D7, Eb, F.
What other songs by David Bowie can I play here?
Try "Changes", "UNDER PRESSURE", "YOUNG AMERICANS". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Lazarus"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Lazarus" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Lazarus"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Lazarus" is in the key of C at 64 BPM.

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