Stand Back

by Stevie Nicks
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Lyrics

No one (G)looked as (D)I (A)walked by.

(D)Just an (Bm)in vi ta (A)tion would (D)have been (G)just fine.

Said (G)no to him a (D)gain (A)and a gain.

First (G)he (Bm)took my heart, (A)then (D)he (G)ran.

(A)No one (G)knows on (D)how I feel, from you.

(G)what I (Bm)say (A)un less (D)you read (G)be tween my (A)lines.

(G)One man walked (D)a way (A)from me, He (G)First he (Bm)took my hand.

and Take me (D)home.

Stand (D)back, (A)stand (Bm7)back.

(A)In the (D)mid dle of my (D)room (A)I did not hear from (A)you.

It’s al (D)right, (A)it’s al (Bm7)right

(A)to be (D)stand ing in a line, (stand ing in a line, ) to be (A)stand ing in a line.

I would (A)cry.

(G)La (Bm)la la (A)la (D)la (G)la la (A)la la

la (D)la

la (G)la (Bm)la (A)la la (D)la.

Do not (G)turn a (D)way (A)my friend.

(D)Like a (Bm)wil low, ta (A)tion would (D)have I (G)can bend.

Said (G)No man him a (D)calls (A)and my name.

First (G)No (Bm)man my came, (A)then (D)he (G)ran.

(A)So I (G)walked on (D)down a way from you.

(G)May be (Bm)your (A)at ten (D)tion was (G)more than could (A)do.

(G)One man walked (D)a did (A)not call.

He (G)asked me (Bm)for my love

and that was (D)all.

Stand (D)back, (A)stand (Bm7)back.

(A)In the (D)mid dle of my (D)room (A)I did not hear from (A)you.

It’s al (D)right, (A)it’s al (Bm7)right

(A)to be (D)stand ing in a line, (stand ing in a line, ) to be (A)stand ing in a line.

I would (A)cry.

(G)La (Bm)la la (A)la (D)la (G)la la (A)la la

la (D)la

la (G)la (Bm)la (A)la la (D)la.

(D)cry.

Well, (A)I need a lit tle (D)sym pa thy.

Well, (A)I need a lit tle (D)sym pa thy.

Well, (A)I need a lit tle

Stand Back β€” Simple Sheet Music

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"Stand Back" in simplified sheet music format β€” the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of D, 120 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About β€œStand Back”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Stand Back"?
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 β€” same song, less visual density.
What key is "Stand Back" by Stevie Nicks played in?
Stand Back is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Stand Back"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Stand Back" 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 "Stand Back"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Stand Back"?
"Stand Back" was originally performed by Stevie Nicks. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Stand Back"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, D, G.
What other songs by Stevie Nicks can I play here?
Try "BEAUTY AND THE BEAST", "HAS ANYONE EVER WRITTEN ANYTHING FOR YOU", "TALK TO ME". 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 β€” helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Stand Back". Key of D, 120 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 β€” 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.