Other arrangements of Shirtsleeves
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I can taste salt (D)wa ter
and if I blink a gain, we’ll be (Bm)sink ing in.
So we’ll learn to swim in the (G)o ceans you made.
I’ll hold hate ya love you.
These and you’ll think ered of him.
make up.
I’ll ne ver trust you a gain.
And pret ty soon you’ll be (G)float ing a way.
And I’ll hold on to the (A)words you spoke of.
An chored down (Bm)in my throat, love.
And I’m cap tain of the (A)sink ing boat now.
With just one arm band to car ry me home.
When salt ed tears won’t (A)dry, I’ll (Bm)wipe my shirt sleeve
un der your eyes.
These hearts will be flood ed to night, I’ll (Bm)wipe my shirt sleeve
un der your eyes, your eyes, your eyes, your eyes, your (A)eyes, your eyes.
I still (CN.C.)taste salt (D)wa ter
on my lips from your kiss, bit ter (Bm)ness.
ing in.
And I’ll drown with in the the (G)o ceans you made.
And I hate to love you.
These cuffs are cov ered in your make up.
I’ll ne ver trust you a gain.
And pret ty soon You can (G)just be a friend.
And I’ll hold on to the (A)words you spoke of.
An chored down (Bm)in my throat, love.
And I’m cap tain of the (A)sink ing boat now.
With just one arm band to car ry me home.
When salt ed tears won’t (A)dry, I’ll (Bm)wipe my shirt sleeve
un der your eyes.
These hearts will be flood ed to night, I’ll (Bm)wipe my shirt sleeve
un der your eyes, your eyes, your eyes, your eyes, your (A)eyes, your eyes.
I still (CN.C.)taste salt your eyes, your lips, (D)your mouth your thighs, your back.
You drive me wild to (D)night.
The fact is I’m
I’m on the way home,
I’m on the way home.
I lied, I tried to (G)cry but I’m, I’m (D)drown ing in the o ceans (CN.C.)you made.
your eyes, your eyes, your eyes, your (A)eyes, your eyes.
Shirtsleeves — Simple Sheet Music
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"Shirtsleeves" 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 D, 110 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Shirtsleeves”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Shirtsleeves"?
- 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 "Shirtsleeves" by Ed Sheeran played in?
- Shirtsleeves is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Shirtsleeves"?
- The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Shirtsleeves" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "Shirtsleeves"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Shirtsleeves"?
- "Shirtsleeves" was originally performed by Ed Sheeran. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Ed Sheeran can I play here?
- Try "Sing", "SING", "DIVE". 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 "Shirtsleeves". Key of D, 110 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.