Silver Threads And Golden Needles

by Linda Ronstadt
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Lyrics

(CN.C.)I don’t (C)want your (C)lone (G7)ly (C)man sion with a tear in ev ’ry room.

All I want’s the love you (C)prom ised

be neath the ha lo’d (G7)moon.

But you (C)think I (C)should (G7)be (C)hap py with your (F)mon ey and your name,

and hide my self in (C)sor row while you (G7)play your (G7)cheat in’ game.

(C7)Sil ver (F)threads and gold (C)en (F)nee dles can not mend this heart of mine

and I dare not drown my sor row

in the (F6/9)warm glow of your (Bb)wine.

But you think I (C)should (G7)be (C)hap py with your (F)mon ey and your name Sil and hide my self in (C)sor row while you (G7)play your (G7)cheat in’ (C)game.

(C7)Sil ver (F)threads and gold (C)en (F)nee dles can not mend this heart of mine

and I dare not drown my sor row

in the (F6/9)warm glow of your (Bb)wine.

You can’t buy my (C)love (G7)with (C)mon ey, for I (F)nev er was that kind.

Sil ver threads and gold en (C)nee dles can not (G7)play your (G7)cheat in’ (C)game.

(C7)Sil ver (Eb)mend

this heart of mine.

Silver Threads And Golden Needles — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Silver Threads And Golden Needles" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 110 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Silver Threads And Golden Needles”

Where are the chord symbols for "Silver Threads And Golden Needles" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Silver Threads And Golden Needles" is in C.
What key is "Silver Threads And Golden Needles" by Linda Ronstadt played in?
Silver Threads And Golden Needles is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Silver Threads And Golden Needles"?
The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Silver Threads And Golden Needles" 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 "Silver Threads And Golden Needles"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Silver Threads And Golden Needles"?
"Silver Threads And Golden Needles" was originally performed by Linda Ronstadt. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Silver Threads And Golden Needles"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: Bb, C, C6, C7, Caug, Eb, F, F6, +2 more.
What other songs by Linda Ronstadt can I play here?
Try "PRISONER IN DISGUISE", "DREAMS TO DREAM", "STRAIGHTEN UP AND FLY RIGHT". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Silver Threads And Golden Needles" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Silver Threads And Golden Needles" is in the key of C at 110 BPM.
What chords are in "Silver Threads And Golden Needles"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.