The Weight

by The Band
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Lyrics

I pulled in to (Bm)Na za reth, was (C)feel in’ ’bout half past (G)dead.

I just need some (Bm)place

where (C)I can lay my head.

“Hey, mis ter, can you (Bm)tell me where a (C)man might find a (G)bed?”

He just grinned and (Bm)shook my hand; (C)“No” was all he (G)said.

Take a (D)load off (C)Fan ny,

take a (D)load for (C)free.

Take a (D)load off (C)Fan ny

and, and, and

you put the load right on (G)me.

I pulled in to (Bm)Na za reth, was (C)feel in’ ’bout half past (G)dead.

I just need some (Bm)place

where (C)I can lay my head.

“Hey, mis ter, can you (Bm)tell me where a (C)man might find a (G)bed?”

He just grinned and (Bm)shook my hand; (C)“No” was all he (G)said.

Take a (D)load off (C)Fan ny,

take a (D)load for (C)free.

Take a (D)load off (C)Fan ny

and, and, and

you put the load right on (G)me.

(G)me.

(G)me.

The Weight — Simple Sheet Music

"The Weight" 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 G, 74 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 Weight”

What key is "The Weight" by The Band played in?
The Weight is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Weight"?
The arrangement plays at 74 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The Weight" 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 Weight"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "The Weight"?
"The Weight" was originally performed by The Band. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by The Band can I play here?
Try "UP ON CRIPPLE CREEK", "THE WEIGHT", "THE NIGHT THEY DROVE OLD DIXIE DOWN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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