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It’s a hu man sign Mu tual mis un der stand ing when things go the wrong,
when the scent of her lin a pris
and temp the ta tion’s strong.
We In to the boun dary
of each mar ried man,
Sweet de ceit comes call in’
and neg a tiv i ty lands.
Cold, cold heart
hard done by you.
Some things look in’ bet ter, ba by, just pass in’ through.
And it’s no (C)sac ri fice,
just a sim ple word.
It’s two hearts liv ing
in two sep a rate worlds.
But it’s no sac ri fice,
no sac (Dm)ri fice,
it’s no sac (Em)ri fice
(F)at all.
Mu tual mis un der stand ing when things ter the fact.
Sen si tiv i ty builds a pris
and in the fi nal act.
We lose di the rec tion,
no stone un ried turned.
No tears ceit to damn you
and when jeal ous y ty burns.
Cold, cold heart
hard done by you.
Some things look in’ bet ter, ba by, just pass in’ through.
And it’s no (C)sac ri fice,
just a sim ple word.
It’s two hearts liv ing
in two sep a rate worlds.
But it’s no sac ri fice,
no sac (Dm)ri fice,
it’s no sac (Em)ri fice
(F)at all.
Cold, cold heart
No sac ri fice at all.
No sac ri fice at all.
No sac ri fice at all.
Sacrifice — Simple Sheet Music
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"Sacrifice" 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 C, 65 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 “Sacrifice”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Sacrifice"?
- 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 "Sacrifice" by Elton John played in?
- Sacrifice is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Sacrifice"?
- The arrangement plays at 65 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Sacrifice" 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 "Sacrifice"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Sacrifice"?
- "Sacrifice" was originally performed by Elton John. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Sacrifice"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: Am, C, Dm, Dm7, Em, Em7, F, G.
- What other songs by Elton John can I play here?
- Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". 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 "Sacrifice". Key of C, 65 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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