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Took a (Dm)walk and passed your (Gm)house
(C7)late last (F)night, all the (Dm)shades were pulled and (Gm)drawn
(C7)’way down (F)tight.
From with (Dm)in a dim light (Gm)cast two (C7)sil hou ettes on the (F)shade.
Oh, what a (Dm)love ly (C7)cou ple they made.
Put his (Dm)arms a round your (Gm)waist,
(C7)held you (F)tight, kiss es (Dm)I could al most (Gm)taste
(C7)in the (F)night, won dered (Dm)why I’m not the (Gm)guy whose (C7)sil hou ette’s on the (F)shade.
I could n’t (Dm)hide the (F)tears in my eyes.
Ah.
Lost con (Em)trol, and rang your (Am)bell.
(D7)I was (G)sore, “Let me (Em)in, or else I’ll (Am)beat
(D7)down your (G)door.” When two (Em)stran gers, who had (Am)been two (D7)sil hou ettes on the (G)shade, said to my (Em)shock, “You’re (Am)on the (D7)wrong block,”
rushed down (Em)to your house with (Am)wings
(D7)on my (G)feet.
Loved you (Em)like I’ve nev er (Am)loved
(D7)you my (G)sweet, vowed that (Em)you and I would (Am)be two (D7)sil hou ettes on the (G)shade all of our (Em)days, two (Am)sil hou ettes (D7)on the (G)shade.
Ah,
Ah,
Silhouettes — Simple Sheet Music
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"Silhouettes" 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, 96 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 “Silhouettes”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Silhouettes"?
- 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 "Silhouettes" by Herman's Hermits played in?
- Silhouettes 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 "Silhouettes"?
- The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Silhouettes" 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 "Silhouettes"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Silhouettes"?
- "Silhouettes" was originally performed by Herman's Hermits. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Herman's Hermits can I play here?
- Try "I'M INTO SOMETHING GOOD", "SILHOUETTES", "THERE'S A KIND OF HUSH". 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 "Silhouettes". Key of Bb, 96 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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