This Nearly Was Mine

by Rodgers & Hammerstein
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Lyrics

(C)One

(Dm)dream in my (C)heart,

(G)One

(Gdim)love to be (F)liv ing for,

(C)One

(Am)love to be (F)liv ing for:

(C)This

(Dm)near ly was (C)mine.

(C)One

(Dm)girl for my (C)dream,

(G)One

(Gdim)part ner in (F)par a dise,

(C)This

(Am)prom ise of (F)par a dise,

(C)This

(Dm)near ly was (C)mine.

(C)mine.

(F)Close to my (C)heart she (F)came,

(C)On ly to (G)fly a (C)way.

(F)On ly to (C)fly as (F)day

(D7)flies from (G7)moon

light.

(C)Now,

(Dm)now I’m a (C)lone

(G)Still

(Gdim)dream ing of (F)par a dise.

(C)Still

(F#dim)say ing that (F)par a dise

(C)Once

(G7)near ly was (C)mine.

This Nearly Was Mine — Simple Sheet Music

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"This Nearly Was Mine" 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 C, 110 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 “This Nearly Was Mine”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "This Nearly Was Mine"?
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 Nearly Was Mine" by Rodgers & Hammerstein played in?
This Nearly Was Mine is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "This Nearly Was Mine"?
The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "This Nearly Was Mine" 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 "This Nearly Was Mine"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "This Nearly Was Mine"?
"This Nearly Was Mine" was originally performed by Rodgers & Hammerstein. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Rodgers & Hammerstein can I play here?
Try "All At Once You Love Her", "An Ordinary Couple", "A Puzzlement". 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 Nearly Was Mine". Key of C, 110 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.