Let's Hang On

by The Manhattan Transfer
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Lyrics

There ain’t no (B7)good in our good (Em)by in’.

True love (E7)takes a lot of (Am7)try in’.

Oh, I’m (C)cry

(D7)in’.

(G)Let’s hang on

to (G)what we’ve got.

(G)Don’t let go, girl; we’ve (G)got a (D)lot.

Got a (D7)lot of love be (Bm7)tween

(Em7)us.

Hang on, hang on, hang on

to what we’ve got.

You say you’re gon na go and (D)call it quits, gon na (C)chuck it all and break our (D)love to bits.

Break it (Am7)up.

I wish you’d

er

it.

Oh no, we’ll

re gret it.

That lit tle chip of dia mond (D)on your hand ain’t a (C)for tune, ba by, but you (D)know it stands for the (Am7)love, a love to

and

ya;

we just can’t (D)leave be hind us.

(G)Ba by, don’t you (A7)know?

Don’t you (Am7)go, think it o ver and (D)stay ay!

(G)Let’s hang on

to (G)what we’ve got.

(G)Don’t let go, girl; we’ve (G)got a (D)lot.

Got a (D7)lot of love be (Bm7)tween

(Em7)us.

Hang on, hang on, hang on

to what we’ve got.

There is n’t an y thing I (D)would n’t do.

I’d pay (C)an y price to get in (D)good with you.

Patch it (Am7)up.

Give me a

ond

in’.

Don’t cool off

I’m burn in’.

You’ve got me cry in’, dy in’ (D)at your door.

ain’t Don’t (C)shut me out, oo, let me (D)in once more.

O pen (Am7)up, your arms I

to

you,

your heart, oh, (D)girl, I love you (G)Ba by, don’t you (A7)know?

Don’t you (Am7)go, think it o ver and (D)stay ay!

(G)Let’s hang on

to (G)what we’ve got.

(G)Don’t let go, girl; we’ve (G)got a (D)lot.

Got a (D7)lot of love be (Bm7)tween

(Em7)us.

Hang on, hang on, hang on...

(G)Let’s hang on

to (G)what we’ve got.

(G)Don’t let go, girl; we’ve (G)got a (D)lot.

Got a (D7)lot of love be (Bm7)tween

(Em7)us.

Hang on, hang on, hang on...

(G)Let’s hang on

to (C)what we’ve (G)got.

Let's Hang On — Simple Sheet Music

"Let's Hang On" 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 G, 80 BPM.

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

About “Let's Hang On

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Let's Hang On"?
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 "Let's Hang On" by The Manhattan Transfer played in?
Let's Hang On 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 "Let's Hang On"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Let's Hang On" 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 "Let's Hang On"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Let's Hang On"?
"Let's Hang On" was originally performed by The Manhattan Transfer. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by The Manhattan Transfer can I play here?
Try "A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square", "A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square", "Tuxedo Junction". 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 "Let's Hang On". Key of G, 80 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.

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