Other arrangements of Malibu
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(Ab)I nev er came to the beach, or stood by the o
cean.
(Cm)I nev er sat by the (Db)shore, un der the (Cm)sun with my feet in the (Db)sand, but you brought me here,
and I’m hap py that you did,
’cause now I’m as free
as birds catch ing the wind.
(Ab)I al ways thought I would sink, so I nev er swam.
I (Cm)nev er went boat ing, don’t get (Db)how they are float ing, and (Cm)some times I get so (Db)scared of what I can’t un der stand.
But here I (Ab)am,
next to (Fm)you,
the sky is (Ab)more blue
in Ma li bu.
Next to (Ab)you
in Ma li bu,
next to (Ab)you.
(Ab)We watch the sun go down as we’re walk
ing.
I’d spend the rest of my life just stand ing here talk
ing.
You ex plain the cur rent as I just smile,
(Cm)hop ing that you’ll stay the (Db)same and noth ing will (Cm)change, and it ’ll be (Db)us, just for a (Ab)while.
Do we e ven ex ist?
That’s when I make the wish
to swim a way with the fish.
Is it s’posed to be this hot all sum mer long?
(Cm)I nev er would have be (Db)lieved you if three years a (Cm)go, you told me I’d be (Db)here wri ting this song.
But here I am,
next to (Fm)you,
the sky is (Ab)so blue
in Ma li bu.
Next to (Ab)you
in Ma li bu,
next to (Ab)you.
(Ab)Ah,
ah.
(Fm)Ah,
ah,
ah.
Next to (Fm)you,
the sky is (Ab)so blue
in Ma li bu,
next to (Ab)you.
(Ab)We are just like the waves that flow back and forth.
(Ab)Some times I feel like I’m drown ing and you’re there to save me, and I want to thank you with all of my heart.
It’s a brand new start,
a dream come true
in Ma li bu.
Malibu — Simple Sheet Music
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"Malibu" 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 Ab, 140 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 “Malibu”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Malibu"?
- 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 "Malibu" by Miley Cyrus played in?
- Malibu is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Malibu"?
- The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Malibu" 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 "Malibu"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Malibu"?
- "Malibu" was originally performed by Miley Cyrus. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Miley Cyrus can I play here?
- Try "I THOUGHT I LOST YOU", "7 THINGS", "THESE FOUR WALLS". 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 "Malibu". Key of Ab, 140 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.