Other arrangements of River
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Some days I can’t say why I’m feel ing lone ly,
and some days I am too proud to ask for help.
And I stum ble through the noise,
(Db)try ing to find some peace, a (Bbm)stran ger in the crowd, I lose my (Ebsus)self.
So I walk (Fm)down to (Eb)the (Ab)riv er, where the (Db)trou bles, they can’t find me.
Let the (Db)wa ters there re mind me the sun will be there when we wake.
I walk (Db)down to the (Fm)riv er, though I might not un der stand it, it’s not (Db)al ways as we planned it, but we grow strong er when we break.
So I walk (Fm)down
to the (Ab)riv er,
I walk
down
to the (Ab)riv er.
This rag ing world can get so o ver whelm ing,
(Fm)look ing for a mean ing when it (Db)won’t make sense.
In my head it’s get ting loud,
like I can’t out run this cloud, no (Bbm)mat ter where I go, there I am.
So I walk (Fm)down to the (Ab)riv er, where the (Db)trou bles, they can’t find me.
Let the (Db)wa ters there re mind me the sun will be there when we wake.
I walk (Db)down to the (Fm)riv er, though I might not un der stand it, it’s not (Db)al ways as we planned it, but we grow strong er when we break.
So I walk (Fm)down
to the (Ab)riv er,
I walk
down
to the (Ab)riv er.
Let the (Ebm)calm put me un der, (Bbm)far be yond the thun der, and (Absus)tell me it will (Ab)all be o kay.
And let the (Ebm)waves take all my wor ries, (Bbm)con quer them with fu ry, give me (Ab)shel ter, be my es cape.
I walk (Fm)down to (Eb)the (Ab)riv er, where the (Db)trou bles, they can’t find me.
Let the (Db)wa ters there re mind me the sun will be there when we wake.
I walk (Db)down to the (Fm)riv er, though I might not un der stand it, it’s not al ways as we planned it, but we grow strong er when we break.
So I walk down
to the (Ab)riv er,
I walk
down
to the (Ab)riv er,
I walk
(Db)down
to the (Ab)riv er,
I walk
down
to the (Ab)riv er, (Eb)to the riv er,
to the (Ab)riv er,
I walk
(Db)down,
(Ab)whoa,
to the (C7)riv er,
(Ab)whoa,
(Ab)whoa.
River — Simple Sheet Music
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"River" 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 Ab, 75 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 “River”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "River"?
- 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 "River" by Josh Groban played in?
- River is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "River"?
- The arrangement plays at 75 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "River" 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 "River"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "River"?
- "River" was originally performed by Josh Groban. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "River"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: Ab, Absus4, Bbm, C7, Cm, Cm7, Db, Dbsus2, +4 more.
- What other songs by Josh Groban can I play here?
- Try "YOU RAISE ME UP", "FEBRUARY SONG", "HIGHER WINDOW". 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 "River". Key of Ab, 75 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.