Other arrangements of Shiny Happy People
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(B)Shin y hap py peo ple laugh ing.
(F#m)Meet me in (E)the (F#m)crowd,
(A)peo ple, (E)peo ple.
(F#m)Throw your love (E)a (F#m)round.
(A)Love me, (E)love me.
(F#m)Take it in (E)to (F#m)town.
(A)Hap py, (E)hap py.
(F#m)Put it in (E)the (F#m)ground where (E)the flow ers grow.
(Em7)Gold and sil ver shine.
(B)Shin y hap py peo ple hold ing hands.
(B)Shin y hap py peo ple laugh ing.
(F#m)Ev ’ry one (E)a (F#m)round,
(A)love them, (E)love them.
(F#m)Put it in (E)your (F#m)hands,
(A)take it, (E)take it.
(F#m)There’s no time (E)to (F#m)cry.
(A)Hap py, (E)hap py.
(F#m)Put it in (E)your (F#m)heart where (E)to mor row shines.
(Em7)Gold and sil ver shine.
(B)Shin y hap py peo ple hold ing hands.
(B)Shin y hap py peo ple laugh ing.
ple laugh ing.
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(B)Shin y hap py peo ple hold ing hands.
(B)Shin y hap py peo ple laugh ing.
(B)Shin y hap py peo ple hold ing hands.
(B)Shin y hap py peo ple laugh ing.
Shiny Happy People — Simple Sheet Music
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"Shiny Happy People" 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 G, 126 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 “Shiny Happy People”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Shiny Happy People"?
- 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 "Shiny Happy People" by R.E.M. played in?
- Shiny Happy People is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Shiny Happy People"?
- The arrangement plays at 126 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Shiny Happy People" 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 "Shiny Happy People"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Shiny Happy People"?
- "Shiny Happy People" was originally performed by R.E.M.. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Shiny Happy People"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, B, Bm, C, E, Em, Em7, F#m, +1 more.
- What other songs by R.E.M. can I play here?
- Try "EVERYBODY HURTS", "IT'S THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT", "Everybody Hurts". 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 "Shiny Happy People". Key of G, 126 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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