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I When up you ing can’t I find the light that (Eb)guides you through a cloud y day.
When the stars ain’t (F)shin ing bright, you (Eb)feel like you’ve lost your way.
When the can dle light of home wind
(Eb)burns so ver y far a way.
Well, you’ve got to let your soul shine, said, he said: (Gm)just like my dad dy used to (Ab)say.
He used to say: (Bb)soul shine,
it’s bet ter than (F)sun shine,
it’s bet ter than (Eb)moon shine, damn sure bet ter than (Bb)rain.
Hey now, peo ple don’t mind,
we all feel this (F)way some time.
You’ve got to let your (Gm)soul shine, (Ab)shine ’til the break of day.
I grew up think ing that I had it made, I’d (Eb)make it on a cloud my own.
Life can take the (F)strong est man, you (Eb)make him feel so a lone.
Now, some times I feel a cold wind
(Eb)blow ing through my ach ing bones.
I think back to what my dad dy said, he said: (Gm)Boy, in this dark ness, used be (Ab)fore the dawn, let your (Bb)soul shine,
it’s bet ter than (F)sun shine,
it’s bet ter than (Eb)moon shine, damn sure bet ter than (Bb)rain.
Hey now, peo ple don’t mind,
we all feel this (F)way some time.
You’ve got to let your (Gm)soul shine, (Ab)shine ’til the break of day.
Some times a man
can (Eb)feel this emp ti ness,
like a wom an
has robbed him of his ver y (Bb)soul.
A (Dm)wom an, too,
God knows, she can (Eb)feel like this.
And when your world seems cold, you’ve got to (F)let your spir it take con trol.
Talk ing ’bout
Oh, it’s bet ter than (F)sun shine,
it’s bet ter than (Eb)moon shine, it’s damn sure bet ter than (Bb)rain.
Yeah, now, peo ple don’t mind,
we all feel this (F)way some times.
Got to let your (Gm)soul shine, (Ab)shine ’til the break of day.
Oh, it’s bet ter than (F)sun shine,
it’s bet ter than (Eb)moon shine, it’s damn sure bet ter than (Bb)rain.
Yeah, now, peo ple don’t mind,
we all feel this (F)way some times.
Got to let your (Gm)soul shine, (Ab)shine ’til the break of day.
Soul Shine — Simple Sheet Music
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"Soul Shine" 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 Eb, 68 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 “Soul Shine”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Soul Shine"?
- 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 "Soul Shine" by Allman Brothers Band played in?
- Soul Shine is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Soul Shine"?
- The arrangement plays at 68 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Soul Shine" 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 "Soul Shine"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Soul Shine"?
- "Soul Shine" was originally performed by Allman Brothers Band. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Soul Shine"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Ab, Bb, Dm, Eb, Eb7, F, Gm.
- What other songs by Allman Brothers Band can I play here?
- Try "LITTLE MARTHA", "RAMBLIN' MAN", "MIDNIGHT RIDER". 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 "Soul Shine". Key of Eb, 68 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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