Speed Of Sound

by Coldplay
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Lyrics

(Am)Bones sink ing like (C)stones, all that we’ve (Fmaj9)fought for.

(Am)Homes, plac es we’ve (C)grown, all of us are (Fmaj9)done for.

We live in a beau ti ful world,

(Gsus)yeah, we (G)do, yeah, we do.

We live in a beau ti ful world.

(Am)Bones sink ing like (C)stones, all that we’ve (Fmaj9)fought for.

(Am)Homes, plac es we’ve (C)grown, all of us are (Fmaj9)done for.

We live in a beau ti ful world,

(Gsus)yeah, we (G)do, yeah, we do.

We live in a beau ti ful world.

(Am)Oh, all that I (C)know, there’s noth ing here to (Fmaj9)run from,

’cause, (Am)yeah, ev ’ry bod y (C)here has got some bod y to (Fmaj9)lean on.

Speed Of Sound — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Speed Of Sound" by Coldplay in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of A, 120 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 “Speed Of Sound”

Can I learn "Speed Of Sound" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Speed Of Sound" with hands-separate practice in A at 120 BPM.
What key is "Speed Of Sound" by Coldplay played in?
Speed Of Sound is arranged in the key of A 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 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Speed Of Sound" 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 "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.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Speed Of Sound"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Speed Of Sound" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Speed Of Sound"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Speed Of Sound" is in the key of A at 120 BPM.