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It’s (CN.C.)sum mer time, sum mer time, sum sum sum mer time.
(F)Sum mer time, (Dm)sum mer time, (Gm)sum sum (C7)sum mer time.
(F)Sum mer time, (Bb)sum mer time, (Gm)sum sum (C7)sum mer time.
(F)Sum mer time, (Bb)sum mer time, (Gm)sum sum (C7)sum mer time, (F)sum mer time.
Well, (C)shut them books in’ and (Gm)throw ’em a (C7)way.
(C)Say good to bye to my (Gm)dull school (C7)days.
(F)Look a (C)live and (Gm)change your (C7)ways.
It’s (F)sum mer time.
Well, no more stud y ing His to ry, and (C)no more va read ing Ge og ra phy.
And (Bb)no more dull er, Ge me om e try, be (F)cause (G7)it’s (C)sum (G7)mer (C)time.
It’s (C7)time to head straight (F)for them hills.
It’s (C7)time to live and (F)have some thrills.
(Bb)Come a long and (F)have a ball, a (C)reg u (G7)lar (C)free for all.
Well, (C)are you com in’ or (Gm)are ’em you (C7)ain’t?
(C)You slow to pokes are my (Gm)one com (C7)plaint.
(F)Hur ry (C)up be (Gm)fore I (C7)faint.
It’s (F)sum mer time.
Well, I’m so hap py that I could flip; oh, (C)how I va love tion to take a trip.
I’m (Bb)sor ry, teach er, but me zip your lip, be (F)cause (G7)it’s (C)sum (G7)mer (C)time.
It’s (C7)time to head straight (F)for them hills.
It’s (C7)time to live and (F)have some thrills.
(Bb)Come a long and (F)have a ball, a (C)reg u (G7)lar (C)free for all.
Well,
It’s (F)sum mer time.
Summertime, Summertime — Simple Sheet Music
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"Summertime, Summertime" 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 Bb, 160 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 “Summertime, Summertime”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Summertime, Summertime"?
- 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 "Summertime, Summertime" by The Jamies played in?
- Summertime, Summertime is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Summertime, Summertime"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Summertime, Summertime" 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 "Summertime, Summertime"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Summertime, Summertime"?
- "Summertime, Summertime" was originally performed by The Jamies. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Summertime, Summertime"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bb, C, C7, Dm, F, G7, Gm.
- 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 "Summertime, Summertime". Key of Bb, 160 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.
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