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How (G)long be fore I get in,
be fore it starts, be fore I be gin?
How (G)long be fore you de cide, Ev ’ry be fore I know what it feels you like?
Where (G)to?
Where do I go?
If you nev er try, then you’ll nev er know.
see.
How (G)long do I have to climb
up on the side of this moun tain of mine?
Look (G)up, I look up at night.
ets are mov ing the speed er of light.
Climb (G)up, ings up in the trees.
Ev or chance that you get is a chance lit seize.
How (G)long
am gon na stand
If you with my head stuck un der the sand?
see.
I’ll (G)start be fore I can stop,
be fore I see things the right zl way up.
All that noise
and all that sound.
All those plac es I got found.
And (F)birds go fly ing at the (Am7)speed of sound to (C)show you how it all be gan.
Birds came fly ing from the (Am7)un der ground.
If you could (Em)see it, then you’d un der stand.
Ah, when you (Em)see it, then you’ll un der stand.
All those signs,
I knew what they (Am)meant.
Some things you (D7)can’t in vent.
Some get made
and some get (Am)sent,
oo.
And (F)birds go fly ing at the (Am)speed of sound to show you how it all be gan.
Birds came fly ing from the (Am)un der ground.
If you could (Em)see it, then you’d un der stand.
Ah, when you (Em)see it then you’ll un der stand.
Speed Of Sound — Simple Sheet Music
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"Speed Of Sound" 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 C, 100 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 “Speed Of Sound”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Speed Of Sound"?
- 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 "Speed Of Sound" by Coldplay played in?
- Speed Of Sound 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 "Speed Of Sound"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Speed Of Sound" 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 "Speed Of Sound"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Speed Of Sound"?
- "Speed Of Sound" was originally performed by Coldplay. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Coldplay can I play here?
- Try "Everglow", "HYMN FOR THE WEEKEND", "FIX YOU". 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 "Speed Of Sound". Key of C, 100 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.