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(C)Down town to night I saw an old friend; some (F)one who
I re (G7)I used to take com fort from long be fore I met (C)you.
Then I I caught a spark from his (C7)eyes of for got ten de (F)sire.
With a (G7)word, or a touch I could have re kin dled the (C)fire.
An old
flame can’t hold a can dle to (F)you.
(G7)No
one can light up the night like you (C)do.
Flick er ing em bers of (C7)love, I’ve known one or (F)two;
but (G7)old
flames
can’t hold a can dle to (C)you.
(C)Some times at night I think of old lov ers (F)I’ve known.
I re (G7)mem ber how hold ing them helped me not feel so a (C)lone.
Then I feel you be side me and (C7)e ven their mem ’ries are (F)gone,
like a (G7)stars in the night, I lost in the sweet light of (C)dawn.
An old flame
can’t hold a can dle to (F)you.
(G7)No one can light up the night like you (C)do.
Flick er ing em bers of (C7)love, I’ve known one or (F)two;
but (G7)old flames
can’t hold a can dle to (C)you.
(C)you.
(G)Old flames
can’t hold a can dle to (C)you.
Old Flames — Simple Sheet Music
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"Old Flames" 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, 75 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 “Old Flames”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Old Flames"?
- 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 "Old Flames" by Dolly Parton played in?
- Old Flames 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 "Old Flames"?
- The arrangement plays at 75 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Old Flames" 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 "Old Flames"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Old Flames"?
- "Old Flames" was originally performed by Dolly Parton. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Old Flames"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: C, C7, F, Fm, G, G7.
- What other songs by Dolly Parton can I play here?
- Try "NINE TO FIVE", "HE'S EVERYTHING", "HERE YOU COME AGAIN". 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 "Old Flames". Key of C, 75 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.