Like A Prayer

by Madonna
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Lyrics

Life is a (C)mys ter (Dm)y.

Ev ’ry one must (C)stand a (Dm)lone.

I hear you (C)call my (F)name, and it (F)feels (C)like

home.

When you call my (C)name, it’s like a lit tle (Bb)prayer.

I’m down on my (F)knees, I wan na (F)take you (F)there.

In the mid night (C)hour, I can feel your (Bb)pow’r.

Just like a (F)prayer, you know I’ll (Dm)take you (Bb)there.

I hear your voice,

it’s like an (Dm)an gel sigh ing.

I have no (F)choice.

I hear your (C)voice,

feels like fly ing.

I close my (F)eyes,

oh, God, I (Dm)think I’m fall ing out of the (F)sky.

I close my (C)eyes.

Heav en help me.

When you call my (C)name, it’s like a lit tle (Bb)prayer.

I’m down on my (F)knees, I wan na (Dm)take you (F)there.

In the mid night (C)hour, I can feel your (Bb)pow’r.

Just like a (F)prayer, you know I’ll (Dm)take you (Bb)there.

I Like a child,

you whis per (Dm)soft ly to me.

You’re in con (F)trol.

Just like a (C)child,

now I’m danc ing.

It’s like a (F)dream,

no end and (Dm)no be gin ing.

You’re here with (F)me; it’s like a (C)dream.

Let the choir sing.

When you call my (C)name, it’s like a lit tle (Bb)prayer.

I’m down on my (F)knees, I wan na (Dm)take you (F)there.

In the mid night (C)hour, I can feel your (Bb)pow’r.

Just like a (F)prayer, you know I’ll (Dm)take you (F)prayer, you know I’ll (Dm)take you (F)there.

When you call my (C)name, it’s like a lit tle (Bb)prayer.

I’m down on my (F)knees, I wan na (Dm)take you (F)there.

In the mid night (C)hour, it’s I can feel your (Bb)pow’r.

I’m Just like a (F)prayer, you know I’ll (Dm)take you (Dm)there.

Life is a (C)mys ter (Dm)y.

Ev ’ry one must (C)stand a (Dm)lone.

I hear you (C)call (Gm)my (F)name, (Bb)and it (F)feels (C)like (Dm)home.

Just like a prayer, your voice can take me there.

Just like a muse to me, you are a mys ter y.

Just like a dream, you are not (Bb)what you (F)seem.

Just (Bb)like a prayer, no (C)choice, your voice can take me (F)there.

Just like a prayer, I’ll (C)take you there.

It’s like a dream to (F)me.

(F)there.

Just like a prayer, I’ll (C)take you there.

It’s like a dream to (F)me.

(Dm)(there.) Just like a prayer, your voice can take me there.

Just like a muse to me, you are a mys ter y.

Just like a dream, you are not (Bb)what you (F)seem.

Just (Bb)like a prayer, no (C)choice, your voice can take me (Dm)(there.) Just like a prayer, your voice can take me there.

Just like a muse to me, you are a mys ter y.

Just like a dream, you are not (Bb)what you (F)seem.

Just (Bb)like a prayer, no (C)choice, your voice can take me (Dm)there.

Your voice can take me (Dm)there.

Take me (Dm)there.

Your voice can take me (Dm)there.

Take me

Take me (Dm)there.

Like A Prayer — Simple Sheet Music

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"Like A Prayer" 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 F, 110 BPM.

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

About “Like A Prayer”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Like A Prayer"?
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 "Like A Prayer" by Madonna played in?
Like A Prayer is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Like A Prayer"?
The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Like A Prayer" 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 "Like A Prayer"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Like A Prayer"?
"Like A Prayer" was originally performed by Madonna. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Madonna can I play here?
Try "MORE", "CHERISH", "CRAZY FOR YOU". 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 "Like A Prayer". Key of F, 110 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.