The First Cut Is The Deepest

by Rod Stewart
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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.

The First Cut Is The Deepest — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "The First Cut Is The Deepest" by Rod Stewart in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of C, 98 BPM.

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About “The First Cut Is The Deepest”

What key is "The First Cut Is The Deepest" by Rod Stewart played in?
The First Cut Is The Deepest 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 "The First Cut Is The Deepest"?
The arrangement plays at 98 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The First Cut Is The Deepest" 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 "The First Cut Is The Deepest"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "The First Cut Is The Deepest"?
"The First Cut Is The Deepest" was originally performed by Rod Stewart. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "The First Cut Is The Deepest"?
This arrangement uses 3 chords: C, F, G. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
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 in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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