Pray

by Sam Smith
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I’m (Em)young and I’m fool ish, I’ve made bad de ci sions.

I (G)block out the news, turn my back on re li gion.

Don’t (Am)have no de gree, I’m some what na ive.

I have (C)made it this far on my own.

But (Em)late ly that shit ain’t been get ting me high, I (G)lift up my head and the world is on fi re.

There’s (Am)dread in my heart and fear in my bones, and (C)I just don’t know what to say.

May be I’ll (Em)pray,

(G)pray.

May be I’ll pray.

I have (C)nev er be lieved in You, no, but I’m gon na (Em)pray.

You won’t (Em)find me in church, read ing the Bi ble.

(G)I am still here and I’m still Your dis ci ple.

I’m (Am)down on my knees, I’m beg ging You please, I’m (C)bro ken, a lone and a fraid.

(Em)I’m not a saint, I’m more of a sin ner.

I (G)don’t want to lose, but I fear for the win ners.

When I (Am)try to ex plain, the words run a way.

That’s (C)why I am stood here to day.

And I’m gon na (Em)pray,

(G)pray.

May be I’ll pray,

(C)pray for a glim mer of hope.

May be I’ll pray,

pray.

May be I’ll pray.

(C)Nev er be lieved in You, no, but I’m gon na...

Won’t You call me?

Can we have a one to one, please?

Let’s talk a bout free dom.

Ev ’ry one prays in the (Am)end.

Ev ’ry one prays in the (C)end.

Oh.

Won’t You call me?

Can we have a one to one, please?

Let’s talk a bout free dom.

Ev ’ry one prays in the (Am)end.

Ev ’ry one prays in the end.

Oh, I’m gon na pray.

I’m gon na pray.

I’m gon na pray,

(C)Pray for a glim mer of hope.

May be I’ll (Em)pray,

(G)pray.

May be I’ll pray.

I’ve (C)nev er be lieved in You, no, but I’m gon na (Em)pray.

Pray — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Pray" by Sam Smith in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of G, 89 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “Pray

Can I learn "Pray" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Pray" with hands-separate practice in G at 89 BPM.
What key is "Pray" by Sam Smith played in?
Pray 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 "Pray"?
The arrangement plays at 89 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Pray" 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 "Pray"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Pray"?
"Pray" was originally performed by Sam Smith. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Pray"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: Am, C, Cpow, Em, G.
What other songs by Sam Smith can I play here?
Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "WRITING'S ON THE WALL". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Pray"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Pray" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Pray"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Pray" is in the key of G at 89 BPM.

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