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(E)Punc tured (Bm7)bi cy cle
on a (Dmaj7)hill side (C#m)des o late.
Will na ture make a (E)man of me yet,
when in this (A)charm ing (E)car,
this (E)charm
ing man?
Why (A)pam per life’s com (Asus)plex i ties when the leath er runs smooth on the (E)pas sen ger seat?
I (E)would go (A)out to night,
but I have n’t got a (E)stitch to (Bm7)wear.
This (A)man said, “It’s grue some that some one so (E)hand some should (Bm7)care.”
A (E6)jumped up pan try boy, who (B9)nev er knew his (D)place, he (B9)said, “Re (F#m7)turn the ring.” He (D)knows so much a (E6)bout these things.
He (D)knows so much a (B9)bout these things.
I (F#m7)would go (A)out to night,
but I have n’t got a (E)stitch to (Bm7)wear.
This (A)man said, “It’s grue some that some one so (E)hand some should (Bm7)care.”
Da, da, (A)da, da, da, da, da,
this (E)charm
ing man.
(C#m)Da, da, (A)da, da, da, da, da,
this (E)charm
ing man.
(C#m)Da, da,
things.
(F#m7)He (D)knows so (E6)much a (F#m)bout
(B9)these
(D)things.
This Charming Man — Simple Sheet Music
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"This Charming Man" 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, 192 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 “This Charming Man”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "This Charming Man"?
- 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 "This Charming Man" by The Smiths played in?
- This Charming Man 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 "This Charming Man"?
- The arrangement plays at 192 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "This Charming Man" 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 "This Charming Man"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "This Charming Man"?
- "This Charming Man" was originally performed by The Smiths. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "This Charming Man"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: A, Asus4, B9, Bm7, C#m, D, Dmaj7, E, +3 more.
- What other songs by The Smiths can I play here?
- Try "BIGMOUTH STRIKES AGAIN", "THERE IS A LIGHT THAT NEVER GOES OUT", "HEAVEN KNOWS I'M MISERABLE NOW". 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 "This Charming Man". Key of A, 192 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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