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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 — Piano Lead Sheet
"Promises, Promises" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of Bb, 145 BPM.
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About “Promises, Promises”
- Where are the chord symbols for "Promises, Promises" 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. "Promises, Promises" is in Bb.
- 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.
- Does "Promises, Promises" 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. "Promises, Promises" is in the key of Bb at 145 BPM.
- What chords are in "Promises, Promises"?
- Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of Bb, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.
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