Mercy

by Duffy
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Lyrics

Ah, ha.

(A)(Yeah, yeah, yeah.) Whoa, huh.

(Yeah, yeah, yeah.) Mer cy.

(D13)(Yeah, yeah, yeah.) Well.

(A)(Yeah, yeah, yeah.) Uh, huh.

(E)Bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, (A)yeah, yeah, yeah.

Lis ten, now I love you,

but I got to stay the true.

My mor als got me on my (D13)knees; that I’m beg ging you, please stop play ing games.

(A)hand, just like “ooh.” I don’t know what this is, but you got me good, just like you said you would.

Oh, Lawd!

I don’t know what you do, but you do it well; I’m un der your (A)spell.

You got me beg ging you for mer cy.

Why won’t you re lease me?

Lord, I’m beg ging for mer cy.

Why won’t you re (A)lease me?

I said, re lease me.

(D)Please, please, re (A)lease, re lease me.

Lis ten, now you think that I,

I be some thing on the side,

but you got got to un der (D13)stand that I need a wo man who will take my (A)hand, just like “ooh.” I don’t know what this is, but you got me good, just like you said you would.

Oh, Lawd!

I don’t know what you do, but you do it well; I’m un der your (A)spell.

You got me beg ging you for mer cy.

Why won’t you re lease me?

Lord, I’m beg ging for mer cy.

Come on and re (A)lease me?

I said, re lease me.

(D)Please, please, re (A)lease, re lease me.

Lis ten, now you think that Lis ten, girl, now: You got me beg gin’, (beg gin’ you for mer cy).

You got me beg gin’, (beg gin’ you for mer cy).

(CN.C.)You got me beg gin’, you got me beg gin’, you got me beg gin’, (E)(Oh,

(A)yeah, yeah, yeah.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.)

(D13)(Yeah, yeah, yeah.

(A)Yeah, yeah, yeah.)

(E)(Bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, (A)yeah, yeah, yeah.) Lis ten, lis ten, lis ten.

You got me beg gin’, (beg gin’ you for mer cy).

You got me beg gin’, (beg gin’ you for mer cy).

(CN.C.)You got me beg gin’, you got me beg gin’, you got me beg gin’, (E)(Oh,

(A)yeah, yeah, yeah.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.)

(D13)(Yeah, yeah, yeah.

(A)Yeah, yeah, yeah.)

(E)(Bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, bom, (A)yeah, yeah, yeah.) Lis ten, lis ten, lis ten.

(E)(Please

re (A)lease, re lease me.)

(E)(Please

re (A)lease, re lease me.)

(E)(Please

re (A)lease, re lease me.)

Mercy — Simple Sheet Music

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"Mercy" 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, 152 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Mercy

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Mercy"?
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 "Mercy" by Duffy played in?
Mercy 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 "Mercy"?
The arrangement plays at 152 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Mercy" 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 "Mercy"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Mercy"?
"Mercy" was originally performed by Duffy. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Mercy"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: A, A7, C, D, Ddom, E.
What other songs by Duffy can I play here?
Try "MERCY", "SYRUP & HONEY", "Mercy". 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 "Mercy". Key of A, 152 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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