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(F)Prom is es, (G)prom is es, (Em7)I’m all through with (Bb)prom is es, (C)prom is es, (Am7)now!
I don’t know (Gm7)how
(Gm7)I got the nerve
to walk (Fmaj7)out.
If I (Bbmaj7)shout, re mem ber
I feel free.
(Abmaj7)Now I can look at my (Ab)self
and be (Gm7)proud.
I’m (C9)laugh ing out (Fmaj7)loud!
Oh, (F)prom is es, (G)prom is es, (Em7)this is where those (Bb)prom is es, (C)prom is es, (Am7)end!
I won’t pre (Gm7)tend
(Gm7)that what was wrong
can be (Fmaj7)right.
Ev ’ry (Bbmaj7)night I’ll sleep now.
No more lies.
(Abmaj7)Things that I prom ised my (Ab)self
fell a (Gm7)part,
but (C9)I found my (Fmaj7)heart.
Oh,
(F)Prom is es, (G)their kind of (Bb)prom is es (C)can just de stroy your (Am7)life.
Oh, (F)prom is es, (G)those kind of (Bb)prom is es (C)take all the joy from (Am7)life!
Oh, (F)prom is es, (G)prom is es, (Bb)my kind of (C)prom is es
(CN.C.)can lead to (Fmaj7)joy
and (F6/9)hope
and (Cm7)love,
yes, (Amaj7)love.
Promises, Promises — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners
Learn "Promises, Promises" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of Bb, 145 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 “Promises, Promises”
- Can I play "Promises, Promises" without reading sheet music?
- Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Promises, Promises" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
- What key is "Promises, Promises" by Bacharach & David played in?
- Promises, Promises 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 "Promises, Promises"?
- The arrangement plays at 145 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Promises, Promises" 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 "Promises, Promises"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Promises, Promises"?
- "Promises, Promises" was originally performed by Bacharach & David. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Promises, Promises"?
- This arrangement uses 18 chords: A6, Ab9, Abmaj7, Am7, Amaj7, Bb, Bbmaj7, Bbmaj9, +10 more.
- What other songs by Bacharach & David can I play here?
- Try "ONE LESS BELL TO ANSWER", "A HOUSE IS NOT A HOME", "I SAY A LITTLE PRAYER". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Can a complete beginner play "Promises, Promises"?
- Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Promises, Promises" is simplified for beginners.
- Do I need to read music to play "Promises, Promises"?
- No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Promises, Promises" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.
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