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Re grets col lect like old friends,
here to re live your dark est mo ments.
I can see no way, I can see no way.
And all of the ghouls come out to play.
And ev er y de mon wants his pound of (F)flesh, but I like to keep some things to my self.
I like to keep my is sues strong.
It’s al ways dark est be fore the (F)dawn.
And I’ve been a fool and I’ve been blind.
I can nev er leave the past be (Bb)hind.
I can see no way, I can see no way.
I’m al ways drag ging that horse a round.
And our love is pas tured, such a mourn ful (F)sound.
So To night I’m gon na (C)bu ry that horse in the (Dm)ground.
So I like to keep my is sues strong.
But it’s al ways dark est be fore the (F)dawn.
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
And it’s hard to dance with a dev il on your back.
So (Gm)shake him off,
oh, whoa.
’Cause I am is done with my a grace less (F)heart.
So to night I’m gon na (C)cut out and horse then re (Dm)start.
’Cause I like to keep my is sues strong.
But it’s al ways dark est be fore the (F)dawn.
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
And it’s hard to dance with a dev il on your back.
So (Gm)shake him off,
oh, whoa.
And it’s hard to dance with a (Bb)dev il on your back.
(Shake him off.) And giv en half the chance would I (C)take an y of it back?
It’s a fine ro mance, but it’s (Bb)left me so emp ty.
(Shake it off.) It’s al ways dark est be fore the (F)dawn.
(Oh, whoa,
oh whoa.)
And I’m damned if I do and I’m damned if I don’t.
(Dm)So here’s to drinks in the dark at the (C)end of my road.
And I’m read y to suf fer and I’m read y to hope.
It’s a shot in the dark and (C)right at my throat.
’Cause (Bb)look ing for heav en, for the dev il in me...
(Dm)Look ing for heav en, for the (C)dev il in me… Well, (Gm)what the hell,
I’m gon na (F)let it (Bb)hap pen
to me,
yeah!
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
And it’s hard to dance with a dev il on your back.
So (Gm)shake him off,
oh, whoa.
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, oh, (Gm)whoa.
And it’s hard to dance with a dev il on your back.
So (Gm)shake him off,
oh, whoa.
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Shake It Out — Simple Sheet Music
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"Shake It Out" 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 Bb, 120 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 “Shake It Out”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Shake It Out"?
- 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 "Shake It Out" by Florence And The Machine played in?
- Shake It Out 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 "Shake It Out"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Shake It Out" 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 "Shake It Out"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Shake It Out"?
- "Shake It Out" was originally performed by Florence And The Machine. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Shake It Out"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: Bb, C, Dm, F, Gm.
- What other songs by Florence And The Machine can I play here?
- Try "DELILAH", "HOW BIG, HOW BLUE, HOW BEAUTIFUL", "VARIOUS STORMS & SAINTS". 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 "Shake It Out". Key of Bb, 120 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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