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I see you, you you see me,
watch you (Eb)blow ing the lines when you’re (Eb)mak ing a scene.
Oh, girl, you’ve (C)got to know
what my (Eb)head o ver looks the (Eb)sens es will show to my heart
when it’s (Am7)watch ing for lies.
’Cause (Eb)you can’t es cape my
pri vate (Am7)eyes, they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
they (Em7)see (Am7)your (Dm9)ev (Dm7)’ry move.
Pri vate (Am7)eyes they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
pri vate (Dm9)eyes
they’re (Ab)watch ing you, watch ing you, watch ing you, watch ing you,
(CN.C.)You play with words, you play with love,
you can (Eb)twist it a round, ba by, (Eb)that ain’t e nough.
’Cause, girl, I’m (C)gon na know
if you’re (Eb)let ting me in or (Eb)let ting me go.
Don’t my lie
when you’re (Am7)hurt ing in side.
’Cause (Eb)you can’t es cape my
pri vate (Am7)eyes, they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
they (Em7)see (Am7)your (Dm9)ev (Dm7)’ry move.
Pri vate (Am7)eyes they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
pri vate (Dm9)eyes
they’re (Ab)watch ing you, watch ing you, watch ing you, watch ing you,
(CN.C.)You play with words,
(Dm9)Don’t know why you try to put up a front for me, I’m a spy, but on your side, you see.
Slip on in to an y dis guise;
I’ll still know you (E7)look in to my pri vate eyes, they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
they (Em7)see (Am7)your (Dm9)ev (Dm7)’ry move.
Oh, babe, pri vate (Am7)eyes they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
pri (Am7)vate (Dm7)eyes
they’re (G)watch ing you, (E7)pri vate (Am7)eyes, they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
they (Em7)see (Am7)your (Dm9)ev (Dm7)’ry move.
Oh, babe, pri vate (Am7)eyes they’re (Em7)watch ing (Am7)you,
pri (Am7)vate (Dm7)eyes
they’re (G)watch ing you, (E7)pri vate (Am7)eyes,
Private Eyes — Simple Sheet Music
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"Private Eyes" 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 A, 116 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 “Private Eyes”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Private Eyes"?
- 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 "Private Eyes" by Hall & Oates played in?
- Private Eyes is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Private Eyes"?
- The arrangement plays at 116 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Private Eyes" 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 "Private Eyes"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Private Eyes"?
- "Private Eyes" was originally performed by Hall & Oates. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Private Eyes"?
- This arrangement uses 15 chords: Ab, Am, Am7, Bb, Bb7, C, Cm7, Dm, +7 more.
- What other songs by Hall & Oates can I play here?
- Try "SHE'S GONE", "YOU'VE LOST THAT LOVIN' FEELIN'", "ONE ON ONE". 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 "Private Eyes". Key of A, 116 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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