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There’s a song that’s in (Bb)side
of my (Ebsus2)soul;
it’s the one that I’ve (Bb)tried
to write (Ebsus2)o ver and (Bb5)o ver a (Ebsus2)gain.
I’m a wake in the (Bb)in
fi nite (Ebsus2)cold;
but you sing to me (Bb)o
ver and (Ebsus2)o ver and (Bb5)o ver a (Ebsus2)gain.
So I (G5)lay my (Gmaj7)head back (C)down,
and I (G5)lift my (Gmaj7)hands and (C)pray
to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours, (Em7)I (C)pray
to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours; (Em7)I (Eb)know now You’re my (Ebmaj7)on (Cm6)ly (Gsus2)hope.
Sing to me like the (Bb)song
of the (Ebsus2)stars,
of Your gal ax y (Bb)danc
ing and (Ebsus2)laugh ing and (Bb5)laugh ing a (D7)gain.
When it feels like my (Bb)dreams
are so (Ebsus2)far,
sing to me of the (Bb)plans
that you (Ebsus2)have for me (Bb5)o ver a (D7)gain.
(Ebsus2)gain.
So I (Gsus2)hope.
I give You my des ti (Gm)ny.
I’m giv ing You (Gsus)all of (Gm)me.
I want Your sym pho (D7)ny (A7)sing ing in all that I (D)am.
At the (C)top of my lungs,
I’m (G)giv ing it back.
So I lay my (Gmaj7)head back (C)down,
and I (G5)lift my (Gmaj7)hands and (C)pray
to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours, (Em7)I (C)pray
to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours; (Em7)I (C)pray
to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours; (Em7)I (Eb)know now You’re my (Ebmaj7)on (Cm6)ly (Gm7)hope.
(Gm7)Mm,
(Ebsus2)mm,
(Ebmaj7)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 Eb, 81 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 “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 Eb 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 81 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Only Hope" 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 "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 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 Eb, 81 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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