Spectrum

by Florence + The Machine
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Lyrics

When we first came here

we were (F)cold and we were clear.

With no (Em)col (F)ours on our skin,

we were (Em)light (F)and pa per thin.

And (Am)when we first came here

we were (F)cold and we were clear.

With no (Em)col (F)ours on our skin,

till we (Em)let (F)the spec trum in.

And (Am)when

Say my (Am)name

and ev (F)โ€™ry col our il lu mi nates.

We are shin (F)ing.

And weโ€™ll nev er (F)be a fraid a gain.

(E7)Say my (Am)name

as ev โ€™ry col our il lu (G)mi nates.

We are (Am)shin (Em)ing.

And weโ€™ll nev er be (Am)a fraid (G)a gain.

Spectrum โ€” Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Spectrum" on piano with easy notes โ€” perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of C, 126 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About โ€œSpectrumโ€

Can I play "Spectrum" without reading sheet music?
Yes โ€” Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, Eโ€ฆ) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Spectrum" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Spectrum" by Florence + The Machine played in?
Spectrum 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 "Spectrum"?
The arrangement plays at 126 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Spectrum" 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 "Spectrum"?
Yes โ€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Spectrum"?
"Spectrum" was originally performed by Florence + The Machine. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Spectrum"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: Am, E7, Em, F, G.
What other songs by Florence + The Machine can I play here?
Try "Over The Love", "Ship To Wreck", "Over The Love". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Spectrum"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard โ€” no music reading needed. "Spectrum" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "Spectrum"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Spectrum" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.

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