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I
would n’t (Em7)lis ten,
and (A7)I
could n’t (D)see,
and all
(D)I
have (G)left now
are (D)words
you (A7)said
to me.
Sing your song, sweet mu sic man,
’cause I won’t be there to hold your hand like I (Em7)used to.
I’m (D)through with you.
You’re a (A7)hell of a sing er and a pow er ful man, but you sur round your self with peo ple who de mand so (D)lit tle of you.
You touched my soul with your beau ti ful song,
You e ven had me sing in’ a long right (Em7)with you.
You said I (D)need you.
Then you (A7)changed the words and add ed har mo ny, and you sang the song you had writ ten for me to (D)some one new.
But (G)no bod y sings a love song quite like (D)you do,
and (G)no bod y else could make me sing a (D)long.
And (G)no bod y else could make me feel that (D)things are right when I know they’re wrong.
(D)No bod y sings a love song quite like (D)you.
Sing your song, sweet mu sic man,
you trav el the world with a six piece (D7)band that (G)does for you
what you (D)ask ’em to.
And you (A7)try to stay young, but the songs you’ve sung to so man y peo ple they’ve all be gun to come (D)back on you.
Sing your song, sad mu sic man,
you’re mak in’ your liv in’ do in’ one night (D7)stands that (G)prove to you
they don’t (D)need you.
You’re still a (A7)hell of a sing er, but a bro ken man, but you’ll keep on look in’ for one last fan to (D)sing ’em to.
But (G)no bod y sings a love song quite like (D)you do,
and (G)no bod y else could make me sing a (D)long.
And (G)no bod y else could make me feel that (D)things are right when I know they’re wrong.
(D)No bod y sings a love song quite like (D)you.
Sing your song, sweet mu sic man,
I be lieve in (D)you.
Sweet Music Man — Simple Sheet Music
"Sweet Music Man" 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 D, 60 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 “Sweet Music Man”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Sweet Music Man"?
- 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 "Sweet Music Man" by Kenny Rogers played in?
- Sweet Music Man 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 "Sweet Music Man"?
- The arrangement plays at 60 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Sweet Music Man" 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 "Sweet Music Man"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Sweet Music Man"?
- "Sweet Music Man" was originally performed by Kenny Rogers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Sweet Music Man"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, A7, D, D7, Em7, G, Gm.
- What other songs by Kenny Rogers can I play here?
- Try "SHE BELIEVES IN ME", "THROUGH THE YEARS", "We've Got Tonight". 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 "Sweet Music Man". Key of D, 60 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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