True Colours

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Lyrics

You with the (Bm)sad

(A)eyes,

(D)don’t be dis cour aged.

Oh, I (G)re al ise it’s (A)hard to take cour age.

In a (Em)world world makes full of peo ple, and you’ve (G)you can lose sight of it all.

And (A)dark ness still in side you make you (D)feel so be small.

But I see your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours are (D)beau ti (A)ful like a rain

Show me a (Bm)smile

(A)then,

(D)don’t be un hap py.

Can’t re (G)mem ber when I (A)last saw you laugh ing.

If a (Em)this world makes you of cra zy and you’ve (G)tak en all you can bear, all.

you (A)call me up in side be cause you (D)know I’ll be there.

And I see your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours are (D)beau ti (A)ful like a rain

Show me a

(Em)If this world makes you cra zy, you’ve (G)tak en all you can bear, you (A)call me up be cause you (D)know I’ll be there.

And I see your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours.

See your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours.

See your (D)True col ours.

(G)True (D)col ours are (D)beau ti (A)ful like a (A)rain

True Colours — Simple Sheet Music

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"True Colours" 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, 84 BPM.

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

About “True Colours”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "True Colours"?
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 "True Colours" by Glee Cast played in?
True Colours 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 "True Colours"?
The arrangement plays at 84 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "True Colours" 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 "True Colours"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "True Colours"?
"True Colours" was originally performed by Glee Cast. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Glee Cast can I play here?
Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". 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 "True Colours". Key of D, 84 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.