Too Close

by Alex Clare
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Lyrics

You know I’m not one

to break prom is es.

I don’t wan na hurt you but I need to breathe.

At the end of it all, you’re still my best friend.

But there’s some thing in side that I need to re lease.

(Bm)Which way is right?

(D)Which way is wrong?

I’ve (Em)How do I say that I need to move on?

You know we’re head ing sep ’rate ways.

And it (Bm)feels like I am (D6)just too close to love you.

There’s noth ing I can real ly say.

I can’t lie no more.

I can’t lie no more.

Got to be true to my self.

And it (Bm)feels like I am (D6)just too close to love you,

so I’ll be (Bm)on my way.

At You’ve giv en me more than I can re turn.

Yet there’s, oh, so in much that I you de re serve.

(Bm)Noth ing to say.

(D)Noth ing to do.

I’ve (Em)noth ing to give, I must live with out you.

You know we’re head ing sep ’rate ways.

And it (Bm)feels like I am (D6)just too close to love you.

There’s noth ing I can real ly say.

I can’t lie no more.

I can’t lie no more.

Got to be true to my self.

And it (Bm)feels like I am (D6)just too close to love you,

so I’ll be (Bm)on my way.

So I’ll be on my way.

And it

So I’ll be on my way.

So I’ll be on my way.

Too Close — Simple Sheet Music

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"Too Close" 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, 126 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Too Close

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Too Close"?
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 "Too Close" by Alex Clare played in?
Too Close 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 "Too Close"?
The arrangement plays at 126 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Too Close" 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 "Too Close"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Too Close"?
"Too Close" was originally performed by Alex Clare. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Too Close"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: B7, Bm, Bm7, Bpow, D, D6, Em, Esus4, +2 more.
What other songs by Alex Clare can I play here?
Try "Too Close", "Too Close". 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 "Too Close". Key of D, 126 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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