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I (Dbmaj7)nev er knew,
I (Fm7)nev er knew that (Absus)ev ’ry thing was (Dbmaj9)fall ing through, that ev ’ry one I (Ab)knew was wait ing (Dbmaj9)on a cue to turn and run, when all I (Bbm)need ed was the truth.
But that’s how it’s got (Dbmaj9)ta be;
it’s com ing down to (Ab)noth ing more than (Dbmaj9)a pa thy.
I’d you rath er run the (Ab)oth er way than (Dbmaj9)stay and see the smoke and who’s still the can (Bbm11)stand ing when it clears.
And (Db)ev ’ry one knows I’m in (Dbmaj7)o ver my head, o ver my head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver time, she’s on your mind, she’s on your mind.
Let’s (Dbmaj7)re ar range.
I (Fm7)wish you were a (Absus)stran ger; I could (Dbmaj9)dis en gage, just say that we a (Ab)gree and then nev (Dbmaj9)er change, cue soft en a bit un til we (Bbm)all just get a long.
But that’s But that’s dis (Dbmaj9)re gard.
it’s Find an oth er (Ab)friend and you dis (Dbmaj9)a card thy.
as you lose the ar gu (Ab)ment in a ca (Dbmaj9)ble car see hang ing a bove as the can (Bbm11)stand yon comes be tween.
And (Db)ev ’ry one knows I’m in (Dbmaj7)o ver my head, o ver my head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver time, she’s on your mind, she’s on your mind.
Let’s your mind.
(Db)Ev ’ry one knows I’m in (Dbmaj7)o ver my head, o ver my head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver time, she’s on your mind, she’s on, on.
And (Dbmaj9)sud den ly I’ve be come part (Dbmaj7)of your past.
I’m be (Dbmaj7)com ing the part that don’t last,
I’m (Dbmaj7)los ing you and it’s (Bbm7)ef fort (Bbm11)less.
With (Dbmaj7)out a sound, we lose sight of the (Ab)ground in the throw (Dbmaj7)a round.
Nev er thought that you (Bb)want ed to bring (Dbmaj7)it down.
I won’t let it go (Ab)down ’til we (Bbm11)torch it our selves.
And ev ’ry one knows I’m in o ver my head, o ver my head.
With eight sec (Abmaj13)onds left in (Fm11)o ver (Eb)time, (Eb5)she’s on your (Abmaj13)mind, she’s (Fm11)on (Eb)your (Eb5)mind.
Ev (Eb7)’ry one (Dbmaj9)knows
that she’s on your mind.
Ev (Fm11)’ry one knows I’m (Eb7)in o ver my (Dbmaj9)head, I’m in o ver my head, I’m (Eb7)o ver my.
(Db)Ev ’ry one knows I’m in (Dbmaj7)o ver my head, o ver my head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver time, she’s on your mind, she’s on your mind.
Over My Head — Simple Sheet Music
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"Over My Head" 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, 118 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.
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About “Over My Head”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Over My Head"?
- 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 "Over My Head" by The Fray played in?
- Over My Head 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 "Over My Head"?
- The arrangement plays at 118 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Over My Head" easy to play on piano?
- This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
- Can I download sheet music for "Over My Head"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Over My Head"?
- "Over My Head" was originally performed by The Fray. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Over My Head"?
- This arrangement uses 17 chords: Ab, Abmaj, Absus4, Bb, Bbm, Bbm7, Bbmin, Db, +9 more.
- What other songs by The Fray can I play here?
- Try "HAPPINESS", "HEARTBEAT", "FALL AWAY". 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 "Over My Head". Key of Ab, 118 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.