Sweet Surrender

by Sarah McLachlan
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Lyrics

Does n’t mean (F#m)much.

It does n’t mean (Dsus2)an y thing at all.

The life I’ve left be (F#m)hind li me is a cold room.

I’ve (Asus2)crossed the (F#m7)last line

Am from (Dsus2)where I can’t re turn,

where (E)ev ’ry step I took in faith be (Dsus2)trayed me

When and (E)led me (F#m7)from

my home.

(E)sweet

sur ren der

is all that I (E)have

to give.

(Asus2)Take me (F#m)in,

It does n’t no (Dsus2)ques tions thing at asked.

You strip a way the (F#m)ug li ness that sur rounds me.

Are (Asus2)you an (F#m7)an gel?

Am I (Dsus2)al read y that gone?

I (E)on ly hope that I won’t dis ap (Dsus2)point you.

When I’m (E)down here (F#m7)on

my knees,

(E)Sweet

sur ren der

is all that I (E)have

to give.

(Asus2)Take me to give.

(E)Sweet

sur ren der

is all that I (E)have

to give.

And I (Bm)don’t un der stand

how the (E)touch of your hand...

I would be the one to fall.

I miss the (Bm)lit tle things.

I miss (Bm)ev ’ry thing

a bout you.

Does n’t mean (F#m)much.

It does n’t mean (Dmaj7)an y thing at all.

The life I’ve left be (F#m)hind me is a cold room.

to give.

Sweet Surrender — Beginner Piano Tutorial

Learn "Sweet Surrender" on piano — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded notes show you exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of A, 112 BPM.

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About “Sweet Surrender”

What key is "Sweet Surrender" by Sarah McLachlan played in?
Sweet Surrender 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 Surrender"?
The arrangement plays at 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Sweet Surrender" 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 Surrender"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Sweet Surrender"?
"Sweet Surrender" was originally performed by Sarah McLachlan. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Sweet Surrender"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, Asus2, Bm, C, D, Dmaj7, Dpow, Dsus2, +5 more.
What other songs by Sarah McLachlan can I play here?
Try "ADIA", "BUILDING A MYSTERY", "WHEN SHE LOVED ME". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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