Other arrangements of Lesson Learned
Pick a learning view.
He broke
a heart,
and now it’s rain ing
just to rub it in.
I’m at
your door;
I feel so cra zy ’bout (Dmaj7)it.
You say, “I told you so,” you saw it long a go, you knew he had to go.
I fin ’lly came a round; I’m back on sol id ground, can’t let it get me down.
(It’s al right, it’s al right, it’s al right.)
(It’s al right, it’s al right, it’s al right.)
(D)Yes, I was (A)burned, but I (E)called it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.
Mis (D)take o ver (A)turned, so I (E)called it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.
My (D)soul is re (A)turned, so I (E)called it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned,
an oth er (E7sus)les son (Bm11)learned.
Some times
some lies
can take a min ute to ful ly re al ize.
His tears,
your eyes,
thir ty sec onds
to a pol o gize.
You give him one more chance, just like the time be fore, but he al read y knows you’d give a hun dred more.
Un til that night in bed, you wake up in a sweat.
You’re rac ing to the door, can’t take it an y more.
I was (A)burned, but I (E)called it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.
Mis (D)take o ver (A)turned, so I (E)called it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.
My (D)soul has re (A)turned, so I (E)call it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned,
an oth er (E7sus)les son (learned).
Life per fect ain’t per fect if you don’t (F#m7)know what the strug gle’s for.
Fall ing down ain’t fall ing down if you don’t (F#m7)cry when you hit the floor.
It’s called the past ’cause I’m get tin’ past and I ain’t (F#m7)noth in’ like I was be fore.
You ought ta (Dmaj7)see me now.
(D)Yes I was (A)burned, but I (E)called it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.
Mis (D)take o ver (A)turned, so I (E)called it a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.
My (D)soul was re (A)turned so I (E)called it a (A)les son learned,
an oth er (E7sus)les son (Bm11)learned.
Sing in’, (D)yes, I was (A)burned, but I (E)called it
a les son learned.
Said mis (D)take’s o ver (A)turned, so I (E)called it a (A)les son learned.
My (D)soul has re (A)turned, so I (E)called it
les son learned, oh, les son learned.
(It’s (A)al right, it’s a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.)
(It’s (A)al right, it’s (A)al (Dmaj7)right, it’s al right.
It’s all, it’s (A)al right, it’s a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.)
(It’s (A)al right, it’s (A)al (Dmaj7)right, it’s al right.
It’s all, it’s (A)al right, it’s a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.)
it’s a (A)les son (Dmaj7)learned.)
Lesson Learned — Simple Sheet Music
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"Lesson Learned" 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 A, 120 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 “Lesson Learned”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Lesson Learned"?
- 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 "Lesson Learned" by Alicia Keys played in?
- Lesson Learned is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Lesson Learned"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Lesson Learned" 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 "Lesson Learned"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Lesson Learned"?
- "Lesson Learned" was originally performed by Alicia Keys. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Lesson Learned"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Bmin, C#m, D, Dmaj7, E, E7, F#m, +1 more.
- What other songs by Alicia Keys can I play here?
- Try "AS I AM", "DE NOVO ADAGIO (INTRO)", "TEARS ALWAYS WIN". 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 "Lesson Learned". Key of A, 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.