Other arrangements of Lies
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I (C)think it’s time
we (Am)give it up
and (C)fig ure out
what’s (Am)stop ping us
from (F)breath
ing
(C)eas
y and (F)talk
ing
(C)straight.
The (C)way is clear
you’re (Am)read y now.
The (C)vol un teer
is (Am)slow ing down
and (F)tak
ing
(C)time
to and (F)save
him
(C)straight.
The (C)self.
The (C)lit tle cracks, they (Bb)es ca (Am7)late
ed, be (C)fore we knew it (Bb)was too (Am7)late
for (F)mak
ing
(C)cir
cles and (F)tell
ing
(C)lies.
You’re mov ing (D)too fast for me (G)and I can’t keep (C)up with you.
(Am7)May be if you (D)slowed down for me, (G)I could see you’re (C)on ly (G)tell ing (Am7)lies, lies,
(D)lies.
(Fmaj7)Break ing us (C)down with your (Am7)lies, lies,
(D)lies.
(Fmaj7)When will you (C)learn?
The (C)learn?
So (C)plant the thought
and (Am)watch it grow.
(C)Wind it up
and (Am)let it go.
Lies — Simple Sheet Music
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"Lies" 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, 78 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 “Lies”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Lies"?
- 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 "Lies" by The Swell Season played in?
- Lies 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 "Lies"?
- The arrangement plays at 78 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Lies" 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 "Lies"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Lies"?
- "Lies" was originally performed by The Swell Season. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by The Swell Season can I play here?
- Try "Falling Slowly", "Gold", "If You Want 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 "Lies". Key of C, 78 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.