Thank You For The Music

by ABBA
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Lyrics

(D)I’m noth ing spe cial, in (Em7)fact I’m a bit of a bore;

if (G)I tell a joke, you’ve (B7)prob a bly heard it be fore.

But (D)I have a tal ent, a (A)won der ful thing, ’cause (D)ev ’ry one lis tens when (G)I start to sing.

I’m so (Bm)grate ful and proud,

all I want is to sing it out loud.

So I say (D)thank you for the (Em)mu sic, the (A7)songs I’m (D)sing ing, (Bm)thanks for (Bm7)all the (E7)joy I’m (A7)bring ing.

(D)Who can live with (Em)out it?

I (F#)ask in (Bm7)all hon es ty.

What would life be

with out a song or dance, what are (B)we?

So I say (Em)thank you for the (G)mu sic, for (A7)giv ing it to me.

(D)Moth er says I was a (Em7)danc er be fore I could walk;

she (G)says I be gan to (B7)sing long be fore I could talk.

And (D)I’ve of ten won dered, how (A)did it all start, who (D)found out that noth ing can (G)cap ture a heart like a (Bm)mel o dy can?

Well, who ev er it was, I’m a fan.

So I say (D)Thank you for the (Em)mu sic, the (A7)songs I’m (D)sing ing, (Bm)thanks for (Bm7)all the (E7)joy I’m (A7)bring ing.

(D)Who can live with (Em)out it?

I (F#)ask in (Bm7)all hon es ty.

What would life be

with out a song or dance, what are (B)we?

So I say (Em)thank you for the (G)mu sic, for (A7)giv ing it to me.

(Gm6)I’ve

been so (D)luck y, I am the girl with gold en (D)hair, I wan na sing it out to (Bm)ev ’ry (Bm7)bod y, (Em7)what a joy, (Em7)what a life, (A7)what a chance.

So I say (Em)thank you for the (G)mu sic, for (A7)giv ing it to (D)me.

Thank You For The Music — Simple Sheet Music

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"Thank You For The Music" 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, 116 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Thank You For The Music”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Thank You For The Music"?
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 "Thank You For The Music" by ABBA played in?
Thank You For The Music 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 "Thank You For The Music"?
The arrangement plays at 116 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Thank You For The Music" 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 "Thank You For The Music"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Thank You For The Music"?
"Thank You For The Music" was originally performed by ABBA. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Thank You For The Music"?
This arrangement uses 18 chords: A, A7, Am7, B, B7, Bm, Bm7, D, +10 more.
What other songs by ABBA can I play here?
Try "MONEY, MONEY, MONEY", "DOES YOUR MOTHER KNOW", "THE WINNER TAKES IT ALL". 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 "Thank You For The Music". Key of D, 116 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.