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(Whoa.)
(Whoa.)
Can’t swim, so I (Bb)took a boat to an is land (Gm)so re mote on ly John ny Depp has ev er been to it be fore.
I stayed there till the (Bb)air was clear.
I was bored and (Gm)out of tears, then I saw you washed up on the shore.
I of fered you my coat; They won der God, this luck can float.
Cra zy how that (Bb)ship wreck meant my (Cm)ship was com ing (Eb)in.
We talked till the (Bb)sun went down; mak ing up for the (Gm)Pu get Sound.
My trea sure map was en ly bay, your it skin.
went through hell.
(Cm)Beau ty in the (Ab)wat er,
(Bb)an gel on a beach.
O cean’s (Ab)daugh ter, I thought (Bb)love was out of reach till I (Ab)got her.
Had I (Bb)known it could come true, I would have wished in ’nine ty two for a mer maid (Ab)just (Bb)like you, (Whoa.)
(Ab)just (Bb)like you.
(Whoa.)
Shock, scream with en my vy!
They won der what you see in me.
Fun ny, but some (Bb)times, can’t help but (Cm)won der that as (Eb)well.
Now, life is a (Bb)hol i day, mak ing up for the (Gm)years I pay.
The way to this was en ly on bay, your it skin.
went through hell.
(Cm)Beau ty in the (Ab)wat er,
(Bb)an gel on a beach.
O cean’s (Ab)daugh ter, I thought (Bb)love was out of reach till I (Ab)got her.
Had I (Bb)known it could come true, I would have wished in ’nine ty two for a mer maid (Ab)just (Bb)like you, (Whoa.)
(Ab)just (Bb)like you.
(Whoa.)
(Bb)like you.
(Whoa.)
(Bb)Res cued you by the ban yan tree.
All the girl fish in the sea (Ab)could n’t hold a can dle to you.
They don’t have a han dle on you.
(Eb)They don’t have a scan dal on you.
I don’t like those (Cb)san dals on you.
(Bb)Sav ing me was B I G.
All the boy fish in the sea, they all wish that they could be me.
Can’t swim, so I (Bb)took a boat to an is land (Gm)so re mote on ly John ny Depp has ev er been to it be fore.
Oh!
mer maid (Ab)just (Bb)like you, (Whoa.)
(Ab)just (Bb)like you.
(Whoa.)
(Ab)just (Bb)like you, (Whoa.)
(Ab)just (Bb)like you.
(Whoa.)
Mermaid — Simple Sheet Music
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"Mermaid" 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 C, 208 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 “Mermaid”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Mermaid"?
- 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 "Mermaid" by Train played in?
- Mermaid is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Mermaid"?
- The arrangement plays at 208 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Mermaid" 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 "Mermaid"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Mermaid"?
- "Mermaid" was originally performed by Train. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Mermaid"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Bb, Cb, Cm, Eb, Fm, G7, +1 more.
- What other songs by Train can I play here?
- Try "BRUISES", "PLAY THAT SONG", "IF IT'S LOVE". 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 "Mermaid". Key of C, 208 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.