I would have (C)giv en you all of my heart,
but there’s (G)some one dry who’s torn it a part.
And she’s (C)tak en just all that I had,
but (G)if you want, I’ll try to love a (G)gain.
(G)Ba by, I’ll try to love a (F)gain, but I know:
The first (G)cut is the deep est.
(G)Ba by, I know the first (G)cut is the deep est.
When it (C)comes to be in’ (G)luck y, she’s cursed;
when it (C)comes to lov in’ (F)me, she’s worst.
I still (C)want en you by of my side,
just to (G)help me dry the tears that I’ve cried.
And I’m (C)sure en gon na you a try,
and (G)if you want, I’ll try to love a (G)gain.
(G)Ba by, I’ll try to love a (F)gain, but I know:
The first (G)cut is the deep est.
(G)Ba by, I know the first (G)cut is the deep est.
When it (C)comes to be in’ (G)luck y, she’s cursed;
when it (C)comes to lov in’ (F)me, she’s worst.
I still (C)comes to lov in’ (G)me, she’s worst.
I still to love a (F)gain but I know:
The first (G)cut is the deep est.
(G)Ba by, I know the first (G)cut is the deep est.
When it (C)comes to be in’ (G)luck y, she’s cursed;
when it (C)comes to lov in’ (G)me, she’s worst.
The First Cut Is The Deepest by Rod Stewart
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Easy piano arrangement in the key of C at 98 BPM. Difficulty: easy. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.
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- What key is "The First Cut Is The Deepest" in?
- "The First Cut Is The Deepest" by Rod Stewart is in the key of C with a tempo of 98 BPM. Difficulty: easy.
- Is "The First Cut Is The Deepest" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.
- Can I play "The First Cut Is The Deepest" without reading sheet music?
- Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
- What chords are used in "The First Cut Is The Deepest"?
- This arrangement of "The First Cut Is The Deepest" uses 3 chords: C, F, G. Only a handful of chords — a great pick for early learners.
- How long does it take to learn "The First Cut Is The Deepest" on piano?
- 30–60 minutes for a basic playthrough using color-coded notes; 1–2 weeks of daily 15-min practice to perform smoothly hands-together.
- What other songs by Rod Stewart can I play here?
- Try "HANDBAGS AND GLADRAGS", "RHYTHM OF MY HEART", "YOU'RE IN MY HEART". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.