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(C)Some times (Dm)in (Em)our (F)lives
we (Em)all (Dm)have (C)pain,
we (Dm)all (C)have sor (G)row,
(C)but if (Dm)we (Em)are (F)wise
we (Em)know (Dm)that (C)there’s
al (Dm)ways (C)to (G)mor (C)row.
Lean on me
when (Dm)you’re (Em)not (F)strong, and I’ll (Em)be (Dm)your (C)friend;
(C)I’ll (F6)help (G6)you (C)car ry (G)on,
(C)for it (Dm)won’t (Em)be (F)long ’til I’m (Em)gon (Dm)na (C)need some (C)bod (F)y (F#dim)to (G)lean (C)on.
(F)Please swal low your pride
if (Em)I (Dm)have (C)things
(C)you (F6)need (G6)to (C)bor (G)row,
(C)for no (Dm)one (Em)can (F)fill
those (Em)of (Dm)your (C)needs
(C)that (F6)you (C)won’t (G7)let (C)show.
You just call on me, broth er, when you need a hand.
We all need some bod y to (G)lean on.
I just might have a prob lem that you’ll un der stand.
We all need some bod (C)y (F#dim)to (G)lean (C)on.
Lean on me
when (Dm)you’re (Em)not (F)strong, and I’ll (Em)be (Dm)your (C)friend;
(C)I’ll (F6)help (G6)you (C)car ry (G)on,
(C)for it (Dm)won’t (Em)be (F)long ’til I’m (Em)gon (Dm)na (C)need some (C)bod (F)y (F#dim)to (G)lean (C)on.
Lean On Me — Simple Sheet Music
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"Lean On Me" 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 C, 120 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 “Lean On Me”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Lean On Me"?
- 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 "Lean On Me" by Bill Withers played in?
- Lean On Me 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 "Lean On Me"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Lean On Me" 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 "Lean On Me"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Lean On Me"?
- "Lean On Me" was originally performed by Bill Withers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Bill Withers can I play here?
- Try "Lovely Day", "LEAN ON ME", "LEAN ON ME". 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 "Lean On Me". Key of C, 120 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.