Other arrangements of Standing By
Pick a learning view.
(Db5)I
count ed the stars to night.
Oh, how they shine so bright.
I (Db5)gath er them all so we (Gb5)per fect ly a (Db)lign
while we gaze from far a way
and sep ’rate ly launch the day,
come (Db)ris ing a cross the hor (Gb)i zon in our (Db5)minds.
But now I (Gb)know
my heart is (Gb)strong.
Where you be (Gb)long
is by my side.
So will you (Gb)hold?
’Cause time is (Gb)cold,
but in your (Gb)soul
I’m stand ing by.
Ooh, whoa, (Gb)whoa,
whoa.
Ooh, whoa, (Gb)whoa,
(Db)whoa,
whoa.
(Db)I
have wait ed a thou sand years,
and now that to mor row’s here
I will (Db)shout from the moun tain top.
(Gb)Our hearts be long near.
And we’ve trav eled land and sea,
our bea con the love we keep.
But (Db)when we u nite, this will (Gb)all have been a dream.
And now we (Gb)know
our hearts are (Gb)strong.
Where we be (Gb)long
is side by side.
And so we’ll (Gb)hold
each oth er (Gb)close,
and in our (Gb)souls
we’re stand ing by.
Ooh, whoa, (Gb)whoa,
(Db)whoa,
whoa.
Ooh, whoa, (Gb)whoa,
(Db)whoa,
whoa.
Ooh, whoa, (Gb)whoa,
ooh, whoa, (Gb)whoa,
whoa.
Ooh, whoa, (Gb)whoa,
(Db)whoa,
whoa.
And so we’ll (Gb)hold
each oth er (Gb)close,
and then we’ll (Gb)know
we’re stand ing by.
Standing By — Simple Sheet Music
"Standing By" 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 Db, 112 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 “Standing By”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Standing By"?
- 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 "Standing By" by Pentatonix played in?
- Standing By is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Standing By"?
- The arrangement plays at 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Standing By" 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 "Standing By"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Standing By"?
- "Standing By" was originally performed by Pentatonix. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Standing By"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Abpow, Absus4, Bbm, C, Db, Dbpow, Gb, +1 more.
- What other songs by Pentatonix can I play here?
- Try "SING", "DANCE OF THE SUGAR PLUM FAIRY", "HAVANA". 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 "Standing By". Key of Db, 112 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.