Other arrangements of The River
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I know a (Bm)place
where we can (A)go
to lay the (F#sus)trou bles down eat ing your a (G)soul.
I know a (Bm)place
where mer cy (A)flows,
drowned take the (F#sus)stains, make you whit er than a (G)snow.
Like a (Bm)tide, it is ris ing up deep in side, a (Bm)cur rent that moves and makes you come a live; (Bm)liv ing wa ter that brings the dead to life,
oh,
(E7)oh.
We’re go ing (Bm)down to the riv er, down to the riv er, down to the riv er to pray.
Let’s get washed by the wa ter, washed by the wa ter and rise up in a maz ing grace.
Let’s go (Bm)down, down, down to the riv er.
(Bm)(You will leave changed.) Let’s go (Bm)down, down, down to the riv er.
(Bm)(Nev er the same.)
I’ve seen it (Bm)move
in my own (A)life;
took me from (F#sus)dust y roads in to your a (G)dise.
All of my (Bm)dirt,
all of my (A)shame
drowned in the (F#sus)streams that have made me than a (G)gain.
Like a (Bm)tide, it is ris ing up deep in side, a (Bm)cur rent that moves and makes you come a live; (Bm)liv ing wa ter that brings the dead to life,
oh,
(E7)oh.
We’re go ing (Bm)down to the riv er, down to the riv er, down to the riv er to pray.
Let’s get washed by the wa ter, washed by the wa ter and rise up in a maz ing grace.
Let’s go (Bm)down, down, down to the riv er.
(Bm)(You will leave changed.) Let’s go (Bm)down, down, down to the riv er.
(Bm)(Nev er the same.)
I’ve seen it same.) Let’s go (Bm)down.
(Woo,
woo,
woo.)
Let’s go (Bm)down.
(Woo,
woo,
woo.)
Let’s go down.
We’re go ing same.) (CN.C.)Oh, down.
(Woo,
woo,
woo.)
Let’s go (Bm)down, down, down to the riv er,
(woo,)
down in a maz ing grace.
The River — Simple Sheet Music
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"The River" 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 D, 120 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “The River”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The River"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "The River" by Jordan Feliz played in?
- The River 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 River"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The River" 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 River"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The River"?
- "The River" was originally performed by Jordan Feliz. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The River"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, Bm, C, E7, Epow, F#sus4, G.
- What other songs by Jordan Feliz can I play here?
- Try "SATISFIED". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- 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 River". Key of D, 120 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.
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