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Thorn in my side,
you know that’s all you ev er were.
So (D)don't think A bun dle of lies, bet ter you know that’s all that it was worth.
I was feel ing known (C)com ter pli cat ed, I trust ed I was at low.
Now ev I should have bet ter, you but I I (Bb)got what I de served.
Whoa whoa whoa oh, whoa whoa whoa oh, whoa whoa whoa oh.
To (F)run a way from you
was (G)all that I could do.
To (F)run a way from you
was (G)all that I could do.
To (F)run a way from you
was (G)all that I could do.
To (F)run a way from you
was (A)all that I could do.
Thorn in my side,
you know that’s all you’ll ev er be.
So (D)don't think A you dle know lies, bet ter you ’cause that’s what you mean to me.
I was feel ing known (C)com ter pli cat ed, I trust ed I was ing low.
Now ev ’ry time I think of you but I I (Bb)shi ver to the bone.
Whoa whoa whoa oh, whoa whoa whoa oh, whoa whoa whoa oh.
To (F)run a way from you
was (G)all that I could do.
To (F)run a way from you
was (G)all that I could do.
To (F)run a way from you
was (G)all that I could do.
To (F)run a way from you
was (A)all that I could do.
was (G)all that I could do.
Thorn In My Side — Simple Sheet Music
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"Thorn In My Side" 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 D, 100 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 “Thorn In My Side”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Thorn In My Side"?
- 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 "Thorn In My Side" by Eurythmics played in?
- Thorn In My Side is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Thorn In My Side"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Thorn In My Side" 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 "Thorn In My Side"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Thorn In My Side"?
- "Thorn In My Side" was originally performed by Eurythmics. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Thorn In My Side"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: A, Bb, C, D, F, G.
- What other songs by Eurythmics can I play here?
- Try "SISTERS ARE DOING IT FOR THEMSELVES", "THERE MUST BE AN ANGEL", "THE MIRACLE OF 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 "Thorn In My Side". Key of D, 100 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.


