Other arrangements of Pieces
Pick a learning view.
Run a way, run a (Bb)way if you can’t speak.
Turn a page on a (C)world that you don’t need.
Wide a wake and you’re (Bb)scared that you won’t come (F5)down,
now.
Did n’t I (Dm)tell you you were gon na (Bb)break down?
Did n’t I (F5)warn you?
Did n’t I (C5)warn you?
Bet ter take it (Dm)eas y, try to find a (Bb)way out.
Bet ter start be (F5)liev ing in your self.
We build it up, we tear it down.
We leave our piec es on the ground.
We see no end, we don’t know how.
We are lost and we’re fall ing.
(Dm)Hold on to me; you’re all I have, all I have.
(Dm)Hold on to me; you’re all I have; all I have.
Now and then there’s a (Bb)light in the dark ness.
Feel a round ’til you (C)find where your heart went.
There’s a weight in the (Bb)air, but you can’t see (F5)why,
why.
Did n’t I (Dm)you you you were gon na (Bb)break down?
Did n’t I (F5)want you?
Ev ’ry bod (C5)y you.
Tell me what you’re (Dm)need ing, give in to your (Bb)bleed ing.
Nev er an y (F5)feel ing for your self.
We build it up, we tear it down.
We leave our piec es on the ground.
We see no end, we don’t know how.
We are lost and we’re fall ing.
(Dm)Hold on to me; you’re all I have, all I have.
(Dm)Hold on to me; you’re all I have; all I have.
Did n’t I (Dm)tell you you were gon na (Bb)break down?
Did n’t I (F)warn you?
Did n’t I (C)warn you?
Bet ter take it (Dm)eas y, try to find a (Bb)way out.
Bet ter start be (F)liev ing in your (C)self.
We build it up, we tear it down.
We leave our piec es on the ground.
We see no end, we don’t know how.
We are lost and we’re fall ing.
(Dm)Hold on to me; you’re all I have, all I have.
(Dm)Hold on to me; you’re all I have, all I have.
Can you hold
on to me?
Can you hold
on to me?
Run a way, run a (Bbsus2)way if you can’t speak.
Pieces — Simple Sheet Music
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"Pieces" 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 Bb, 108 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 “Pieces”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Pieces"?
- 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 "Pieces" by Rob Thomas played in?
- Pieces is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Pieces"?
- The arrangement plays at 108 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Pieces" 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 "Pieces"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Pieces"?
- "Pieces" was originally performed by Rob Thomas. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Pieces"?
- This arrangement uses 13 chords: Am, Bb, Bbmaj7, Bbmaj9, Bbsus2, C, C6, Cpow, +5 more.
- What other songs by Rob Thomas can I play here?
- Try "STREETCORNER SYMPHONY", "LONELY NO MORE", "A NEW YORK CHRISTMAS". 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 "Pieces". Key of Bb, 108 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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