Lean On Me

by Phillip Keveren
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Lyrics

(C)Some

times in our (F)lives,

we all have (C)pain,

we all have sor

(G7)row.

(C)But,

if we are (F)wise,

we know that (C)there’s

al ways to (G7)mor

(C)row.

Lean on me

when you’re not (F)strong,

and I’ll be your (C)friend,

I’ll help you (G7)car

ry on,

(C)for

it won’t be (F)long

’til I’m gon na (C)need

some bod y to (G7)lean

(C)on.

(F)Please

low your pride

I have things

need to bor

(G7)row,

(C)for

no one can (F)fill

those of your (C)needs

that you won’t (G7)let

(C)show.

You just (CN.C.)call on me, broth er, when you need a hand.

We all need some bod y to lean

on.

I just might have a prob lem that you’ll un der stand.

We all need some bod y to lean

on.

(C)If

there is a (F)load

you have to (C)bear

that you can’t (G7)car

ry,

(C)I’m

right up the (F)road

I’ll share your (C)load;

if you just (G7)call

(C)me.

(Dm)Call

(C)me.

(Dm)Call

(C)me.

(Dm)Call

(C)me.

Lean On Me — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Lean On Me" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 72 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Lean On Me”

Where are the chord symbols for "Lean On Me" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Lean On Me" is in C.
What key is "Lean On Me" by Phillip Keveren 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 72 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 Phillip Keveren. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Phillip Keveren can I play here?
Try "10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)", "1812 Overture", "Abide With Me". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Lean On Me" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Lean On Me" is in the key of C at 72 BPM.
What chords are in "Lean On Me"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.