Shine Your Light

by Robbie Robertson
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The cry of the cit y, like a (Eb)sir en’s song

wail in’ ov er the roof tops the (Eb)whole night long.

Saw a shoot ing star

like a (Eb)dia mond in the sky.

(F6)Must be some one’s (F)soul

pass in’ (F)by.

These are the streets

where we (Eb)used to run, where your Pop is from.

These are the days

where (Eb)you be come what you be come.

These are the streets

where the (Eb)stor y’s told, the truth un folds and dark ness (F)set tles in.

Oh,

shine your (Bb)light

down on (Gm7)me.

Lift me (Bb)up

so I can (Gm7)see, umm.

Shine your (Bb)light

when you’re (Gm7)gone.

Give me (Bb)the strength

to (Gm)car (F)ry on, (Bb)car ry on.

Don’t wan na be a her o.

Just an (Eb)ev ’ry day man

try’n to do the job

the ver y best he can.

But now it’s like liv in’ on

bor rowed time.

Out on (F)the rim,

ov er (F)the line.

Al ways tempt in’ fate

like a (Eb)game of chance.

Nev er wan na stick a round to the (Eb)ver y last dance.

Some times you stum ble and (Eb)take a hard fall.

Lose hold (F)your grip,

off the (F)wall.

Shine your (Bb)light

down on (Gm7)me.

Lift me (Bb)up

so I can (Gm7)see, umm.

Shine your (Bb)light

when you’re (Gm7)gone.

Give me (Bb)the strength

to (Gm)car (F)ry on, (Bb)car ry on.

I thought I saw him walk in’ by the (F)side of the road.

May be try’n to find his way home,

umm.

He’s (Cm)here but not here.

He’s (F)gone but not gone.

Just hope he knows

if (F)I get lost.

Ohh, (Gm)car (F)ry on, (Bb)car ry on.

Shine your (Bb)light

down on (Gm7)me.

Lift me (Bb)up,

(F)ooh.

Shine your (Eb)light, shine your (Bb)light

when you’re (Gm7)gone.

Give me (Bb)the strength

to (Gm)car (F)ry (Bb)on.

Shine Your Light — Simple Sheet Music

"Shine Your Light" 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 Eb, 77 BPM.

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

About “Shine Your Light

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Shine Your Light"?
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 "Shine Your Light" by Robbie Robertson played in?
Shine Your Light is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Shine Your Light"?
The arrangement plays at 77 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Shine Your Light" 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 "Shine Your Light"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Shine Your Light"?
"Shine Your Light" was originally performed by Robbie Robertson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Shine Your Light"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: Bb, Cm, Dm7, Eb, Eb6, Ebmaj7, Ebmaj9, F, +5 more.
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 "Shine Your Light". Key of Eb, 77 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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