The Flood

by Take That
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Lyrics

(D)Stand ing

on the edge of for (G)ev er,

at the start of what (Bm)ev er,

shout ing love at the (F#m)world.

(D)Back then

but we were like (G)cave men.

But we met the (Bm)moon and the stars

or you’ll then we for (F#m)gave ing them.

We will meet you where the lights are.

The de fend ers of the faith, we are.

(Em)Where the thun der turns a round they’ll (G)run so hard we’ll tear the ground a (Bm)way.

You know (C#)no

one (B)dies

in these (Em)love

drowned

(B)eyes.

Through our (Em)love

drowned

(B)eyes Then we’ll watch you (F#sus4)sleep to night.

(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood we were hold ing back the flood, learn ing how to dance the rain.

(G)We were hold ing back the flood.

They said we’d nev er dance a gain.

(D)Bleed

in’,

but none of us (G)leav

in’.

But Wash your mouth (Bm)son, and the stars

or you’ll find your self (F#m)float ing home.

Here we come now,

on a dark star,

see ing de mons,

not what we are.

are.

(Em)Ti ny minds and ea ger hands will (G)try to strike, but now will end to (Bm)day.

You There’s (C#)pro gress

(B)now

where there (Em)once was

(B)none.

Where there (Em)once was

(B)none.

Then ev ’ry thing (F#sus4)came a long.

(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood we were hold ing back the flood, learn ing how to dance the rain.

(G)There was more of them than us, They now they’ll nev er dance a gain.

(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood, there was more of them than us, learn ing how to dance the rain.

(G)We were hold ing back the flood.

They said we’d nev er dance a gain.

(G6)Hey.

(G6)Hey.

(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood, there was more of them them us, learn ing how to dance the rain.

(G)There was more of them than us, now they’ll nev er dance a gain.

Now we’ll nev er dance a gain.

(G)Oh, ah.

(D)Oh, ah.

(A)Oh, ah.

Oh, ah.

The Flood — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "The Flood" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of D, 100 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “The Flood

Can I play "The Flood" without reading sheet music?
Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "The Flood" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "The Flood" by Take That played in?
The Flood 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 Flood"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The Flood" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "The Flood"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "The Flood"?
"The Flood" was originally performed by Take That. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "The Flood"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, B, Bm, Bm7, C#m7, D, Em, F#, +5 more.
What other songs by Take That can I play here?
Try "Greatest Day", "RULE THE WORLD", "Back For Good". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "The Flood"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "The Flood" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "The Flood"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "The Flood" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.

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