Precious

by Depeche Mode
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Lyrics

Pre cious and (G)frag ile things

need spe cial (G)han dl ing.

I My God, what (G)have we done (Am)to you?

If We al ways (G)try to share

that the ten der (G)est of care.

I Now look what (G)we have put (Am)you through.

Things get (G)dam aged, things get (Em)bro ken.

I thought we’d (G6)man age, but words left un (C)spo ken left us so (G)brit tle.

There was so (A5)lit tle left to give.

An gels with (G)sil ver wings

should n’t know (G)suf fer ing.

I wish I could (G)take the pain (Am)for you.

If God has a (G)mas ter plan,

that on ly He (G)un der stands,

I hope it’s your (G)eyes He’s see (Am)ing through.

Things get (G)dam aged, things get (Em)bro ken.

I thought we’d (G6)man age, but words left un (C)spo ken left us so (G)brit tle.

There was so (A5)lit tle left to give.

Precious β€” Piano Lead Sheet

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"Precious" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of E, 105 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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Where are the chord symbols for "Precious" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Precious" is in E.
What key is "Precious" by Depeche Mode played in?
Precious is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Precious"?
The arrangement plays at 105 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Precious" 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 "Precious"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Precious"?
"Precious" was originally performed by Depeche Mode. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Precious"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, Apow, C, Em, G, G6.
What other songs by Depeche Mode can I play here?
Try "PEOPLE ARE PEOPLE", "IT'S NO GOOD", "STRANGE LOVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Precious" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Precious" is in the key of E at 105 BPM.
What chords are in "Precious"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of E, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.