Nagasaki

by Harry Warren
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(Cm)Fel (Eb)lows if (A)you’re (Ab7)on,

(Cm)I (Eb)will spin (A)a (Ab7)yarn that was (C)told to (Am)me (Ab)by (C)a ble (G7)sea man (C)Jones.

(Cm)Once (Eb)he had (A)the (Ab7)blues, (Cm)so (F7)he (Eb)took a (Cm)cruise far a (G)way from night clubs (Am7)and from (D7)sax o (G)phones.

(Fm)He said, “Yo ho, I made a cer tain (G)port.

(Fm)And when you talk a bout real he man (G)sport.”

Hot (C#dim7)gin ger and (G7)dy na mite, there’s (C#dim7)noth ing but (G7)that at night.

(C)Back in (G#dim7)Nag a (Am)sak i (E7)where the (F)fel lers (C#dim7)chew to (Dm)bac cy (Ab7)and the (C)wom en wick y (Ab7)wack (G7)y (C)woo.

They (C#dim7)way they can (G7)en ter tain would (C#dim7)hur ry a (G7)hur ri cane.

(C)Back in (G#dim7)Nag a (Am)sak i (E7)where the (F)fel lers (C#dim7)chew to (Dm)bac cy (Ab7)and the (C)wom en wick y (Ab7)wack (G7)y (C)woo.

In Fu ji a ma you get a mom mer and then your trou bles in crease.

In some pa go da she or ders so da.

The (C)earth (F)shakes (C)milk (F)shakes (Eb7)ten (D7)cents a (G7)piece.

They (C#dim7)kiss ee and (G7)hug ee nice.

By (C#dim7)Jin go!

It’s (G7)worth the price.

(C)Back in (G#dim7)Nag a (Am)sak i (E7)where the (F)fel lers (C#dim7)chew to (Dm)bac cy (Ab7)and the (C)wom en wick y (Ab7)wack (G7)y (C)woo.

With an ice cream cone and a bot tle of tea you can (D7)rest all day by the (G)hick o (Gdim)ry (G7)tree.

But when (Am)night comes (Em)’round, oh (F)gosh, oh (C)gee!

Moth er, moth er, (G7)moth er, pin a (C)rose on me.

(C)woo.

Nagasaki — Simple Sheet Music

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"Nagasaki" 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, 200 BPM.

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

About “Nagasaki

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Nagasaki"?
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 "Nagasaki" by Harry Warren played in?
Nagasaki 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 "Nagasaki"?
The arrangement plays at 200 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Nagasaki" 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 "Nagasaki"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Nagasaki"?
"Nagasaki" was originally performed by Harry Warren. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Nagasaki"?
This arrangement uses 22 chords: Ab7, Am, Am7, C, C#dim7, C7, Cdim, Cm, +14 more.
What other songs by Harry Warren can I play here?
Try "INNAMORATA", "42nd Street", "An Affair To Remember (Our Love Affair)". 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 "Nagasaki". Key of C, 200 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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