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Pick a learning view.
I bought a tooth brush, some (G)tooth paste, a (Am)flan nel for my face, pa ja mas, a hair brush, new (Fm)shoes and a case.
was well.
I (Cm7)said to my re flec tion, let’s get (Gm7)out of this place.
(Eb)Past the church and the stee ple, the (Ab)laun dry on the hill, Your (C)bill boards and the build ings, I (Bb)mem ’ries of it still keep call ing
and call ing.
But for get it all,
I know I will.
(C)Tempt ed by the (C)fruit of an oth er,
(C)tempt ed, but the (C)truth is dis cov ered
what’s been (D7)go in’ on.
And now that (Dm7)you have gone, there’s no oth er.
(F)Tempt ed by the (F)fruit of an oth er,
(F)tempt ed, but the (F)truth is dis cov ered.
I’m at the car park, the (G)air port, the (Am)bag gage car ou sel, pa the ple keep on bin’, ain’t (Fm)wish in’ a I was well.
I (Cm7)said it’s no oc ca sion, it’s no (Gm7)sto ry I can
(Eb)At my bed side emp ty ets, a (Ab)foot with out a sock.
Your (C)bod y gets much clos er, I (Bb)fum ble for the clock.
keep A by
the se tion,
I for get it all,
that it would stop.
(C)Tempt ed by the (C)fruit of an oth er,
(C)tempt ed, but the (C)truth is dis cov ered
what’s been (D7)go in’ on.
And now that (Dm7)you have gone, there’s no oth er.
(F)Tempt ed by the (F)fruit of an oth er,
(F)tempt ed, but the (F)truth is dis cov ered.
I’m at the car
I bought a nov el, some (G)per fume, a (Am)for tune all for you,
(D)but it’s not my con science that (Fm)hates to be un true.
I (Cm7)asked of my re flec tion, tell me (Gm7)what is there to do?
(F)tempt ed, but the (F)truth is dis (Dm7)cov
ered.
(C)Tempt ed by the (C)fruit of an oth er,
(C)tempt ed, but the (C)truth is dis cov ered.
(C)Tempt ed by the (C)fruit of an oth er,
(C)tempt ed, but the (C)truth is dis cov ered.
Tempted — Simple Sheet Music
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"Tempted" 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 C, 92 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Tempted”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Tempted"?
- 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 "Tempted" by Squeeze played in?
- Tempted is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Tempted"?
- The arrangement plays at 92 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Tempted" 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 "Tempted"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Tempted"?
- "Tempted" was originally performed by Squeeze. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Tempted"?
- This arrangement uses 15 chords: Ab, Am, Bb, Bbaug, C, Cm7, D, D7, +7 more.
- 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 "Tempted". Key of C, 92 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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