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I had a (G#m)way then,
los ing it all (E)on my own.
I had a (G#m)heart then,
but the queen has been (E)o ver thrown.
And I’m not sleep ing (F#)now;
the dark is too hard (C#m7)to beat.
slept And I’m not keep ing (F#)now
the strength I need to (C#m7)push me.
You show the (G#m)lights that stop me (F#)turn to stone.
You (E)shine it when I’m a (C#m7)lone.
And so I (G#m)tell my self that (F#)I’ll be strong and (E)dream ing when they’re (C#m7)gone, ’cause they’re call ing, call ing, (F#)call ing me home, call ing, call ing, (C#m7)call ing home.
You show the (G#m)lights that stop me (F#)turn to stone; you (E)shine it when I’m a (C#m7)lone.
(G#m)Nois es
I play with in my head;
touch my (G#m)own skin,
and hope that I’m still breath ing.
And I think back to (F#)when
my broth er and my (C#m7)sis beat.
slept And I’m an old long (F#)place;
the on ly time I (C#m7)felt safe.
You show the (G#m)lights that stop me (F#)turn to stone.
You (E)shine it when I’m a (C#m7)lone.
And so I (G#m)tell my self that (F#)I’ll be strong and (E)dream ing when they’re (C#m7)gone, ’cause they’re call ing, call ing, (F#)call ing me home, call ing, call ing, (C#m7)call ing home.
You show the (G#m)lights that stop me (F#)turn to stone; you (E)shine it when I’m a (C#m7)lone.
(G#m)Nois es
I play with in my head;
touch my (G#m)own skin,
and hope that I’m still breath ing.
And I
(G#m)(Lights, lights, lights, lights, (E)lights, lights, lights, lights.) Home, (Lights, lights, home.
lights, lights, lights, lights.)
You show the
Home, (Lights, lights, home.
lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights.) Home, (Lights, lights, home.
lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights.)
Lights — Simple Sheet Music
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"Lights" 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#, 116 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 “Lights”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Lights"?
- 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 "Lights" by Ellie Goulding played in?
- Lights 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 "Lights"?
- The arrangement plays at 116 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Lights" 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 "Lights"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Lights"?
- "Lights" was originally performed by Ellie Goulding. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Lights"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: C#m7, E, F#, G#m. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
- What other songs by Ellie Goulding can I play here?
- Try "Still Falling For You", "Love Me Like You Do", "LOVE ME LIKE YOU DO". 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 "Lights". Key of G#, 116 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.