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Well, (Bb)I’m gon na tell you how it’s gon na (Eb)be.
(Bb)You’re gon na give you your you lov in’ (Ab)to me.
A love to last me more (Eb)than to one day.
A (Bb)love that’s love know and not fade (Ab)a way.
A love that’s love and not fade (Ab)a way.
(Bb)My love is big ger than a Cad il (Eb)lac.
(Bb)I try to love you but you drive in’ (Ab)me back.
A Your love for me has (Eb)got to be real
A (Bb)for you to know and just how (Ab)I feel.
A love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.
I said, love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.
(Ab)Not (Bb)fade a way,
(Ab)not (Bb)fade a way.
A love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.
I said, love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.
(Ab)Not (Bb)fade a way,
(Ab)not (Bb)fade a way.
A love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.
I said, love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.
(Ab)Not (Bb)fade a way,
Not Fade Away — Simple Sheet Music
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"Not Fade Away" 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 Bb, 144 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 “Not Fade Away”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Not Fade Away"?
- 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 "Not Fade Away" by Buddy Holly played in?
- Not Fade Away is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Not Fade Away"?
- The arrangement plays at 144 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Not Fade Away" 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 "Not Fade Away"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Not Fade Away"?
- "Not Fade Away" was originally performed by Buddy Holly. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Not Fade Away"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Db, Eb.
- What other songs by Buddy Holly can I play here?
- Try "PEGGY SUE", "THAT'LL BE THE DAY", "EVERYDAY". 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 "Not Fade Away". Key of Bb, 144 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.