The Weight

by The Band
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Lyrics

I pulled in to Na za reth, was (D)feel in’ ’bout half past (A)dead.

I just need some place where (D)I can lay my head.

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

He just grinned and (C#m)shook my hand; (D)“No” was all he said.

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

take a (E)load for free.

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

and and and you put the load you put right the on load right me.

on me.

I pulled in to Na za reth, was (D)feel in’ ’bout half past (A)dead.

I just need some place where (D)I can lay my head.

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

He just grinned and (C#m)shook my hand; (D)“No” was all he said.

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

take a (E)load for free.

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

and and and you put the load you put right the on load right me.

on 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 A, 76 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 Weight”

What key is "The Weight" by The Band played in?
The Weight is arranged in the key of A 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 76 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "The Weight" 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 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.

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