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 "The First Cut Is The Deepest". Key of C, 98 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.

The First Cut Is The Deepest — Simple Sheet Music

"The First Cut Is The Deepest" 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, 98 BPM.

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

Lyrics

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 (G)give 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 (G)give 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.

Try other practice modes:

Falling Notes Beginner Lead Sheet Bar Sheet

Song Details

Category: Rock
Key: C
Tempo: 98 BPM
Difficulty: easy
Artist: Rod Stewart

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How to Play "The First Cut Is The Deepest" on Piano

1
Pick a practice mode — Choose from Fall Down, Beginner, Lead Sheet, Bar Sheet, or Simple Sheet — each mode visualizes the music differently to match your learning style.
2
Practice each hand separately — Use the Left, Right, and Both buttons to isolate the bass or treble part and build muscle memory one hand at a time.
3
Adjust speed and turn on metronome — Slow down to 50% while learning, then gradually speed up. Enable the metronome to keep steady timing.
4
Loop a section — Select a tricky part and loop it until you nail it. Perfect for mastering difficult passages.
5
Download sheet music — Export a PDF of the sheet music to print out and practice on your real piano anytime, anywhere.