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I would have (D)giv en you all of my heart
but there’s (D)some one who’s (A5)torn it a part
and he’s (D)tak en just all that I had.
But if you want I’ll (D)try to love a gain.
(A5)Ba by, I’ll try to love a (Gsus2)gain but I know
the first (A)cut is the deep est.
(A)Ba by, I know the first (A)cut is the deep est.
And when it (D)comes to be ing (A)luck y he’s cursed.
And when it (D)comes to lov in’ (Gsus2)me, he’s worse.
I still (D)want you by my side
just to (D)help me dry the tears that I’ve cried.
And I’m (D)sure gon na give you a try.
If you want I’ll (D)try to love a gain,
try.
(A)Ba by, I’ll try to love a (Gsus2)gain but I know,
ohh,
the first (A)cut is the deep est.
(A)Ba by, I know the first (A)cut is the deep est.
And when it (D)comes to be ing (A)luck y, he’s cursed.
And when it (D)comes to lov in’ (Gsus2)me, he’s worse.
I still (D)want you by my side
just to (D)help me dry the tears that I’ve cried.
But I’m (D)sure gon na give you a try.
’Cause if you want I’ll (D)try to love a gain.
(A5)Try to love a gain.
(Gsus2)Try to love a gain.
(A5)Ba by, I’ll try to love a (Gsus2)gain but I know,
ohh,
the first (A5)cut is the deep
Ohh,
the first (Gsus2)cut is the deep est.
Ba by, I know
the first (Gsus2)cut is the deep est.
Try to love a gain.
The First Cut Is The Deepest — Piano Lead Sheet
"The First Cut Is The Deepest" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of D, 80 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “The First Cut Is The Deepest”
- Where are the chord symbols for "The First Cut Is The Deepest" displayed?
- Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "The First Cut Is The Deepest" is in D.
- What key is "The First Cut Is The Deepest" by Sheryl Crow played in?
- The First Cut Is The Deepest 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 "The First Cut Is The Deepest"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 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 Sheryl Crow. 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 6 chords: A, Apow, D, Dpow, Gpow, Gsus2.
- What other songs by Sheryl Crow can I play here?
- Try "STEVE McQUEEN", "MY FAVORITE MISTAKE", "REAL GONE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Does "The First Cut Is The Deepest" have chords and lyrics?
- Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "The First Cut Is The Deepest" is in the key of D at 80 BPM.
- What chords are in "The First Cut Is The Deepest"?
- Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of D, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.
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