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You’re in my arms, and all the world is gone, the (Gm)mu sic (Am)play ing on for (Am)on ly (Bb)two.
(Em)So (F)close to (Bb)geth er; (F)and when I’m with (C)you, so (F)close to (G)feel ing a (C)live.
A life goes (F)by; ro man tic dreams must die.
So (Gm)I bid (A)mine good (Dm)bye, and (Am)nev er (Bb)knew
(C)so (F)close was (Bb)wait ing, (F)wait ing here with (C)you.
And (F)now, for (G)ev er, I (C7)know
(Am)all that I (Bb)want is
to (C)hold you
so (Am)close.
(D)So (G)close to (C)reach ing that (G)fa mous hap py (D)end, al (Bm7)most be (C)liev ing (G)this one’s not pre (D)tend.
Now (G)you’re be (C)side me, and (G)look how (B7)far we’ve (Em)come.
So (G)far,
we (D7)are
(Cmaj7)so (G)close.
Oh, (Em)how could I (Gmaj7)face the (C)face less days if (Em)I should (F#)lose
(B)you now?
We’re
(C)so (G)close to (C)reach ing that (G)fa mous hap py (D)end, al (G)most be (C)liev ing (G)this one’s not pre (D)tend.
Let’s go
on (C)dream (A7)ing (G)though we (B7)know we (Em)are
so (G)close,
so close and (D7)still so (G)far.
So Close — Simple Sheet Music
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"So Close" 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, 80 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.
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About “So Close”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "So Close"?
- 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 "So Close" by Jon McLaughlin played in?
- So Close 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 "So Close"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "So Close" easy to play on piano?
- This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
- Can I download sheet music for "So Close"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "So Close"?
- "So Close" was originally performed by Jon McLaughlin. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Jon McLaughlin can I play here?
- Try "So Close". 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 "So Close". Key of Bb, 80 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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