Sweet Caroline

by Neil Diamond
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Lyrics

Where it be gan,

I can’t be gin to know in’,

but then I know it’s grow in’ (E)strong.

Was in the spring,

and spring be came the sum mer.

Who’d have be lieved you’d come a (E7)long?

(A)Hands,

touch in’ hands,

reach in’ out,

touch in’ me

touch in’ (E7)you.

(A)Sweet Car o line,

good times nev er seemed so (E7)good.

(A)I’ve been in clined

to be lieve they nev er (D)would.

But (Bm)now I

(A)look at the night,

and it don’t seem so lone ly.

We fill it up with on ly (E)two.

And when I hurt,

hurt in’ runs off my shoul ders.

How can I hurt when hold in’ (E7)you?

(A)Sweet Car o line,

good times nev er seemed so (E)good.

(A)I’ve been in clined

to be lieve they nev er (E7)would.

Sweet (D)Car (E)o (A)line.

Sweet Caroline — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Sweet Caroline" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of A, 117 BPM.

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

About “Sweet Caroline

Where are the chord symbols for "Sweet Caroline" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Sweet Caroline" is in A.
What key is "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond played in?
Sweet Caroline 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 "Sweet Caroline"?
The arrangement plays at 117 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Sweet Caroline" 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 "Sweet Caroline"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Sweet Caroline"?
"Sweet Caroline" was originally performed by Neil Diamond. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Sweet Caroline"?
This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, A6, Bm, C, C#m, D, E, E7.
What other songs by Neil Diamond can I play here?
Try "ALONE AGAIN NATURALLY", "I AM...I SAID", "HELLO AGAIN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Sweet Caroline" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Sweet Caroline" is in the key of A at 117 BPM.
What chords are in "Sweet Caroline"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of A, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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