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There’s a song that’s in (Eb)side
of my (Absus2)soul;
it’s the one that I’ve (Eb)tried
to write (Absus2)o ver and (Eb5)o ver a (Absus2)gain.
I’m a wake in the (Eb)in
fin ite (Absus2)cold;
but You sing to me (Eb)o
ver and (Absus2)o ver and (Eb5)o ver a (Absus2)gain.
So I (C5)lay my head back (F)down,
and I (C5)lift my hands and (F)pray
to be (G)on (Am7)ly (G)Yours, (Am7)I (F)pray
to be (G)on (Am7)ly (G)Yours, (Am7)I (Ab)know now You’re my (Abmaj7)on (Fm6)ly (Csus2)hope.
Sing to me like the (Cm7)song
of the (Absus2)stars,
of Your gal ax y (Cm7)danc
ing and (Absus2)laugh ing and (Ebsus2)laugh ing a (Abmaj7)gain.
When it me like the (Cm7)dreams
are so (Absus2)far,
sing to me of the (Cm7)plans
that you (Absus2)have for me (Ebsus2)o ver a (Abmaj7)gain.
(Abmaj7)gain.
So I (C5)lay my head back (F)down,
and I (C5)lift my hands and (F)pray
to be (G)on (Am7)ly (G)Yours, (Am7)I (F)pray
to be (G)on (Am7)ly (G)Yours, (Am7)I (Ab)know now You’re my (Abmaj7)on (Fm6)ly (Csus2)hope.
I give You my des ti ny.
I’m giv ing You (Csus)all of (Cm)me.
I want Your sym pho (G7)ny (D7)sing ing in all that I (G)am.
At the (F)top of my lungs,
I’m (F)giv ing it back.
So I lay my head back (F)down,
and I (C5)lift my hands and (F)pray
to be (G)on (Am7)ly (G)Yours, (Am7)I (F)pray
to be (G)on (Am7)ly (G)Yours, (Am7)I (F)pray
to be (G)on (Am7)ly (G)Yours, (Am7)I (Ab)know now You’re my (Abmaj7)on (Fm6)ly (Cm7)hope.
(Cm7)Mm,
mm,
(Abmaj7)ooh.
Only Hope — Simple Sheet Music
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"Only Hope" 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 Ab, 90 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 “Only Hope”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Only Hope"?
- 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 "Only Hope" by Mandy Moore played in?
- Only Hope is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Only Hope"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Only Hope" 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 "Only Hope"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Only Hope"?
- "Only Hope" was originally performed by Mandy Moore. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Only Hope"?
- This arrangement uses 20 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Absus2, Am7, Bb, C, Cm, Cm7, +12 more.
- What other songs by Mandy Moore can I play here?
- Try "I'VE GOT A DREAM", "I WANNA BE WITH YOU", "WHEN WILL MY LIFE BEGIN". 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 "Only Hope". Key of Ab, 90 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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