Rebel Yell

by Billy Idol
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Lyrics

Last night a lit tle danc er she came danc ing to my door.

Last night a lit tle an gel came (D)pump ing on the floor.

She said, β€œA come, ba by, got a li cense for love,

and if it ex pires I pray you (D)help from a bove.” Be cause

in the mid night hour she cried more, more, more,

with a re bel yell she cried (Gmaj7)more, more, more.

In the mid night hour, babe, more, more, more,

with a re bel yell,

(Gmaj7)more, more, more.

More, more, more.

She don’t a like tle slav ery, she won’t danc sit and my beg.

But when I’m tired and lone ly, she (D)sees me to the bed.

What said, you come, free and brought you to me, babe?

love,

What if it you free?

I need you (D)here by me.

bove.” Be cause

in the mid night hour she cried more, more, more,

with a re bel yell she cried (Gmaj7)more, more, more.

In the mid night hour, babe, more, more, more,

with a re bel yell,

(Gmaj7)more, more, more.

More, more, more.

A he lives in a his own heav en,

col (Bm)lects it to go from the Sev en E lev en.

Well, he’s (Bm)out all night to col lect a fare,

just so (Bm)long, just so long it don’t mess up his (D5)hair.

I walked the ward

for you, babe,

a thou sand miles for you.

I dried your tears of pain,

a mil lion times for you.

I’d sell my soul for you, babe,

for mon ey to burn

with you.

I give you all and have none, babe,

just a, just a, just a, a just a to have you (Gmaj7)here by me.

Be cause

More, more, (Bm)more.

Ooh, yeah, lit tle (D)ba by,

she want more,

(Em9)more, more, more, more, (Bm)more.

Ooh, yeah, lit tle (D)an gel,

she want more,

(Em9)more, more, more, more, (Bm7)more.

Rebel Yell β€” Simple Sheet Music

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"Rebel Yell" in simplified sheet music format β€” the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of D, 166 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About β€œRebel Yell”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Rebel Yell"?
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 β€” same song, less visual density.
What key is "Rebel Yell" by Billy Idol played in?
Rebel Yell is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Rebel Yell"?
The arrangement plays at 166 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Rebel Yell" 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 "Rebel Yell"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Rebel Yell"?
"Rebel Yell" was originally performed by Billy Idol. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Rebel Yell"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: Apow, Bm, Bm7, C, D, Dpow, Em, Em9, +2 more.
What other songs by Billy Idol can I play here?
Try "EYES WITHOUT A FACE", "SWEET SIXTEEN", "WHITE WEDDING". 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 β€” helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Rebel Yell". Key of D, 166 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 β€” 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.