Take On Me

by a-ha
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Lyrics

Oh, the (Bm7)Talk ing a way,

(A)I don’t know what I’m to (C#m7)say.

I’ll (Bm7)say it an y way.

To (A)day is an oth er day is to (C#m7)find you.

You’re Shy shy ing ing a way,

I’ll be com ing for your (Dmaj7)love, o kay.

ry.” (A)Take

(C#m7)on

(F#m)me.

(D)(Take on me.) (A)Take

(C#m7)me

(F#m7)on.

(D)(Take on me.) (A)I’ll

(C#m7)be

(F#m7)gone

in a day or two.

So, (Bm7)need less to say,

(A)at and ends or but I’ll (C#m7)be my (Bm7)stum bling an a way,

You’re (A)slow ly learn ing that life to o (C#m7)kay.

ber.

You’re Say shy af ing ter me,

“It’s no bet ter to be (Dmaj7)safe than sor ry.” (A)Take

(C#m7)on

(F#m)me.

(D)(Take on me.) (A)Take

(C#m7)me

(F#m7)on.

(D)(Take on me.) (A)I’ll

(C#m7)be

(F#m7)gone

in a day or two.

So,

in a (A)Take day.

(C#m7)on

(F#m7)me.

(Take on me.) (A)Take

(C#m7)me

(F#m)on.

(D)(Take on me.) (A)I’ll

(C#m7)be

(F#m7)gone

(Take on in a me.) day.

Take On Me — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Take On Me" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of A, 152 BPM.

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

About “Take On Me

Where are the chord symbols for "Take On Me" 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. "Take On Me" is in A.
What key is "Take On Me" by a-ha played in?
Take On Me 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 "Take On Me"?
The arrangement plays at 152 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Take On Me" 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 "Take On Me"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Take On Me"?
"Take On Me" was originally performed by a-ha. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Take On Me"?
This arrangement uses 15 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, Bm9, C, C#m, C#m7, D, +7 more.
What other songs by a-ha can I play here?
Try "Take On Me". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Take On Me" 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. "Take On Me" is in the key of A at 152 BPM.
What chords are in "Take On Me"?
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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