Other arrangements of Maria
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She (A)moves like she don’t care,
in (F#m)smooth as silk, and the (D)cool as air.
(A)Ooh, it (E)makes you wan na cry.
re.
She (A)does n’t know your name and your (F#m)heart beats like a (D)sub way train.
(A)Ooh, it (E)makes you wan na die.
Ooh, don’t you (E)wan na take her,
ooh, don’t wan na (E)make her all your (F#m)own?
Ma (A)ri a,
you’ve got to see her,
go (A)in sane and (E)out of your mind.
Re (A)gi na,
a ve Ma ri a,
a (A)mil lion and (E)one can dle lights.
I’ve (A)seen this thing be fore
in (F#m)my best friend and the (D)boy next door, (A)fool for (E)love and full of fi re.
Won’t (A)come in from the rain; she’s your (F#m)o ceans run ning (D)down the drain.
(A)Blue as (E)ice you and de sire.
Ooh, Don’t you (E)wan na make her,
ooh, don’t wan you (E)wan na take her (F#m)home?
Ma (A)ri a,
you’ve got to see her,
go (A)in sane and (E)out of your mind.
Re (A)gi na,
a ve Ma ri a,
a (A)mil lion and (E)one can dle lights.
I’ve
Ooh, don’t you (E)wan na break her,
(D)Ooh, don’t you (E)wan na take her (F#m)home?
She (A)walks like she don’t care,
(F#m)walk in’ on im (D)port ed air.
(A)Ooh,
it (E)makes you wan na die.
Ma
Ma (A)ri a,
you’ve got to see her,
go (A)in sane and (E)out of your mind.
Re (A)gi na,
a ve Ma ri a,
a (A)mil lion and (E)one can dle lights.
Ma (A)ri a,
you’ve got to see her,
go (A)in sane and (E)out of your mind.
Re (A)gi na,
a ve Ma ri a,
a (A)mil lion and (E)one can dle lights.
Ma (A)ri a.
Maria — Simple Sheet Music
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"Maria" 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 A, 160 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 “Maria”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Maria"?
- 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 "Maria" by Blondie played in?
- Maria is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Maria"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Maria" 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 "Maria"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Maria"?
- "Maria" was originally performed by Blondie. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Maria"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Apow, B, D, Dpow, E, Epow, F#m, +1 more.
- What other songs by Blondie can I play here?
- Try "HEART OF GLASS", "CALL ME", "SUNDAY GIRL". 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 "Maria". Key of A, 160 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.