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I (Cmaj9)nev er knew,
I (Gsus)nev er knew that ev ’ry thing was (Cmaj9)fall ing through, that ev ’ry one I (Gsus)knew was wait ing (Cmaj9)on a cue to turn and run, when all I (G)need ed was the truth.
But that’s how it’s got (Cmaj9)ta be;
it’s com ing down to (G)noth ing more than (Cmaj9)ap a thy.
as I’d rath er run the (G)oth er way than (Cmaj9)stay and see the smoke and who’s still the can (G)stand ing when it clears.
And (C)ev ’ry one
(Em)knows I’m in o ver my head, o (Em7)ver my (D)head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver (G)time, she’s on your mind, she’s on
(D)your (Cmaj9)mind.
Let’s (Cmaj9)re ar range.
I (Gsus)wish you were a stran ger; I could (Cmaj9)dis en gage, just say that we a (Gsus)gree and then nev (Cmaj9)er change, cue soft en a bit un til we (G)all just get a long.
But that’s But that’s dis (Cmaj9)re gard.
it’s Find an oth er (G)friend and you dis (Cmaj9)ap card thy.
as you lose the ar gu (G)ment in a ca (Cmaj9)ble car see hang ing a bove as the can (G)stand ing comes be tween.
And (C)ev ’ry one
(Em)knows I’m in o ver my head, o (Em7)ver my (D)head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver (G)time, she’s on your mind, she’s on
(D)your (Cmaj9)mind.
Let’s your mind.
(C)Ev ’ry one
(Em)knows I’m in o ver my head, o (Em7)ver my (D)head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver (G)time, she’s on your mind, she’s on,
(D)on.
And (Cmaj9)sud den ly I’ve be come part (G)of your past.
I’m be (Cmaj7)com ing the part that don’t last,
I’m (Cmaj7)los ing you and it’s (Am7)ef fort less.
With (Cmaj7)out a sound, we lose sight of the ground in the throw (Cmaj9)a round.
Nev er thought that you want ed to bring (C)it down.
I won’t let it go down till we (Am7)torch it our selves.
And (G)ev ’ry one
knows I’m in o ver my head, o ver my head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver (D)time, she’s on your mind, she’s on
(D)your (Cmaj9)mind.
Ev ’ry one (Cmaj9)knows
that she’s on your (Cmaj9)mind.
Ev (Em)’ry one knows I’m (D)in o ver my (D7)head, I’m in o ver my head, I’m (D)o ver my… (C)Ev ’ry one
(Em)knows I’m in o (C)ver my (G)head, o (Em7)ver my (D)head.
With eight sec onds left in o ver (G)time, she’s on your mind, she’s (Em)on (D)your (Cmaj9)mind.
Over My Head (Cable Car) — Simple Sheet Music
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"Over My Head (Cable Car)" 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 G, 120 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 “Over My Head (Cable Car)”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Over My Head (Cable Car)"?
- 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 (Cable Car)" by The Fray played in?
- Over My Head (Cable Car) is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Over My Head (Cable Car)"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Over My Head (Cable Car)" 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 "Over My Head (Cable Car)"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Over My Head (Cable Car)"?
- "Over My Head (Cable Car)" was originally performed by The Fray. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- 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 (Cable Car)". Key of G, 120 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.