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Trou ble,
oh, (C)trou ble, set me free.
I have (Bb)seen your face now and it’s (Bb)too much, in too much for me.
Trou ble,
oh, (C)trou ble, can’t you be see
you’re eat ing my (Bb)heart a way wreck?
and Now there’s you (Bb)noth ing much my left of me?
I’ve
(F)drunk your (C)wine,
and you have made (F)your work (C)mine,
so won’t you be (Gm)fair,
so won’t you be (Bb)fair?
(D)I
don’t want no (F)more of (C)you,
so won’t you be (F)kind to (C)me?
Just let me go (Gm)where,
I have to go (Bb)there.
Trou ble,
oh, (C)trou ble, move a way.
I have (Bb)seen your face now and it’s (Bb)too much in for me to day.
Trou ble,
oh, (C)trou ble, can’t you be see
you’re you ing have (Bb)made me a fight and Now won’t I (Bb)leave me in my mis er y.
I’ve
(F)seen your (C)eyes
and I can see (F)death’s dis (C)guise
so hang in’ on (Gm)me,
so hang in’ on (Bb)me.
(D)I’m
don’t want no (F)beat, I’m (C)torn,
so shat tered and (F)tossed and (C)worn,
too shock ing to (Gm)see,
too shock ing to (Bb)see.
(Gm)have n’t got a lot of (Bb)time.
Trouble — Simple Sheet Music
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"Trouble" 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 Bb, 120 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 “Trouble”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Trouble"?
- 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 "Trouble" by Cat Stevens played in?
- Trouble is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Trouble"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Trouble" 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 "Trouble"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Trouble"?
- "Trouble" was originally performed by Cat Stevens. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Trouble"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bb, C, D, Eb, F, G, Gm.
- What other songs by Cat Stevens can I play here?
- Try "MATTHEW AND SON", "WHERE DO THE CHILDREN PLAY", "WILD WORLD". 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 "Trouble". Key of Bb, 120 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.