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I’ve (Bb)no wish to hur ry you, love, but have (Bbmaj7)you seen the time?
It’s (Bb)quar ter to ten and we’ll we’re sup posed to (Cm7)be there at nine.
I (Cm7)don’t think the reg is trar but (Cm7)will be ver y pleased
when (Cm7)we show up an hour what’s late ting like (Bb)two n’t fro zen peas.
(Bb)Both now fac ing, for the first time, (Bbmaj7)pres ent ly and past,
(Bb7)some thing that be gins with “M” and (Eb)ends in “A las”;
(Ebm)More than not, com plete dis as ter be an (Bb)e ven from the start, then What could it be?
It’s mat ri mo (Bb)ny.
I (Bb)know how you’ve dreamt ry a bout bein’ have (Bbmaj7)walked down the aisle.
But (Bb)think of the mon ey we’ll save sup you’ll to (Cm7)see it’s worth while.
It (Cm7)won’t please our mums and dads, but (Cm7)they don’t e ven know.
Be (Cm7)sides, show if they did, what’s the ting they (Bb)would n’t e ven go.
(Bb)You and me are all that mat ters; (Bbmaj7)dis re gard the rest.
(Bb7)Trust your “soon to be old man”; he (Eb)knows what is best.
(Ebm)Ver y short ly now there’s gon na be an (Bb)an ven swer from you, then What could from be?
That’s mat ri mo (Bb)ny.
I Oh, I’m tru ly (Eb)grate ful for the lit tle (Bb7)things in life that have (Eb)made me so (Bb7)glad.
Ev ’ry oth er (Eb)hour that I (Bb7)spend with you is not in the (Eb)least bit (Bb7)sad;
(Gb)Quite the op pos ite, in (Db)fact.
And if you don’t be (Ebm)lieve me, here’s the (Bb)proof:
Ask me if (Ebm)I, and I’ll say (F)“Aye,”
I (Bb)do,
ooh.
(Bb)ny.
Matrimony — Simple Sheet Music
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"Matrimony" 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 Eb, 120 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 “Matrimony”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Matrimony"?
- 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 "Matrimony" by Gilbert O'Sullivan played in?
- Matrimony is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Matrimony"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Matrimony" 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 "Matrimony"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Matrimony"?
- "Matrimony" was originally performed by Gilbert O'Sullivan. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Matrimony"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: Bb, Bb6, Bb7, Bbmaj7, Cm7, Db, Eb, Ebm, +4 more.
- What other songs by Gilbert O'Sullivan can I play here?
- Try "ALONE AGAIN (NATURALLY)", "CLAIR", "NOTHING RHYMED". 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 "Matrimony". Key of Eb, 120 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.
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