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Emp ty (Bm)spac es,
what are we (Bsus)liv ing for?
A ban doned (G)plac es,
I guess we (Em)know the score.
(Em7)On and on,
does (F#sus)an y bod y (F#)know what we are (Em)look ing for?
An oth er (Bm)he ro,
an oth er (Bsus)mind less crime be hind the (G)cur tain
in the (Em)pan to mime,
(Em7)hold the line,
does (F#sus)an y bod y (F#)want to take it an y (Em)more?
The show must go (Bm)on,
the show must go (G)on.
In (Em7)side my heart is (Em6)break ing, my (F#sus)make up may be (F#)flak ing, but my (Em)smile
still (Bm)stays on.
What ev er (C#m)hap pens,
I leave it all to chance, an oth er (A)heart ache,
an oth er (F#m)failed ro mance.
(F#m7)On and on,
does (G#sus)an y bod y (G#)know what we are (F#m)liv ing for?
I (F#m)guess I’m (C#m)learn ing,
I must be (C#sus)warm er now.
I’ll (C#m)soon be (A)turn ing
’round the (F#m)cor ner now.
Out (F#m7)side the dawn is (F#m6)break ing, but (G#sus)in side in the (G#)dark I’m ach ing (F#m)to be free.
The show must go (Bm)on,
the show must go (G)on.
Ooh, in (Em7)side my heart is (Em6)break ing, my (F#sus)make up may be (F#)flak ing, but my (Em)smile
still (Bm)stays on.
Yeah,
yeah.
Ooh, (Em7)oh, ooh, (Em6)oh.
My soul is (G)paint ed like the (Em)wings of but ter (Am)flies,
(F)fair y tales of yes ter day will (Em7)grow, but nev er die,
I can fly.
(Dsus)My friends,
(CN.C.)the show must go (Bm)on,
yeah,
the show must go (G)on.
I’ll (Em7)face it with a grin,
I’m (F#sus)nev er giv ing in, on
with the show.
Ooh, (G)I’ll (Em7)top the bill, I’ll (Em6)o ver kill, I (F#sus)have to find the will to car ry on,
(Em7)show.
The Show Must Go On — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Show Must Go On" 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 B, 84 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 Show Must Go On”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Show Must Go On"?
- 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 Show Must Go On" by Queen played in?
- The Show Must Go On is arranged in the key of B on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Show Must Go On"?
- The arrangement plays at 84 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Show Must Go On" 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 Show Must Go On"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Show Must Go On"?
- "The Show Must Go On" was originally performed by Queen. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Show Must Go On"?
- This arrangement uses 25 chords: A, Am, Bm, Bsus2, Bsus4, C, C#m, C#m7, +17 more.
- What other songs by Queen can I play here?
- Try "BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY", "BICYCLE RACE", "SOMEBODY TO LOVE". 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 Show Must Go On". Key of B, 84 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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