Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey

by Paul McCartney & Wings
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Lyrics

We’re so (Am7)sor ry,

Un cle (D)Al bert,

we’re so (Am7)sor ry if we caused you an y pain.

We’re so sor (Am7)ry,

Un cle (D)Al bert,

but there’s (Gm7)no one left at (C)home and I be (D)lieve I’m gon na rain.

We’re so (Am7)sor ry, but we have n’t heard a thing all day.

We’re so sor (Am7)ry,

Un cle Al (D)bert,

but if (Gm7)an y thing should (C)hap pen (C#)we’ll be (D)sure to give a ring.

We’re so (Am7)sor ry,

Un cle (D)Al bert,

but we (Am7)have n’t done a blood y thing all (D)day.

We’re so (Am7)sor ry,

Un cle (D)Al bert,

but the (Gm7)ket tle’s on the (C)boil and (C#)we’re so (D)eas ’ly called a way.

(C)Hands

a (Am)cross the (Dm)wa ter

(wa ter),

(G7)heads

a cross the (F)sky.

Hands

a (Am)cross the (Dm)wa ter

(wa ter),

(G7)heads

a cross the (C)sky

(Am)Ad mi ral Hal sey (C)no ti fied me, he (Am)had to have a berth or he (C)could n’t get to sea.

I (Am)had an oth er look and I (C)had a cup of tea and a (Em)but ter pie.

(C)Hands

a cross the (Dm)wa ter

(wa ter),

(G7)heads

a cross the (F)sky.

Hands

a (Am)cross the (Dm)wa ter

(wa ter),

(G7)heads

a cross the (C)sky.

(C)Live a lit tle, be a gyp sy, get a round (get a round), get your feet up off the (G7)ground.

Live a lit tle, get a (C)round.

(C)Live a lit tle, be a gyp sy, get a round (get a round), get your feet up off the (G7)ground.

Live a lit tle, get a (C)round.

(G7)ground.

Live a lit tle, get a (C)round.

(C)Hands

a (Am)cross the (Dm)wa ter

(wa ter),

(G7)heads

a cross the (F)sky.

Hands

a (Am)cross the (Dm)wa ter

(wa ter),

(G7)heads

a cross the (C)sky.

Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey — Simple Sheet Music

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"Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey" 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 G, 72 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey"?
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 "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey" by Paul McCartney & Wings played in?
Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey"?
The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey" 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 "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey"?
"Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey" was originally performed by Paul McCartney & Wings. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey"?
This arrangement uses 15 chords: Ab, Am, Am7, Bb, C, C#, C#7, C9, +7 more.
What other songs by Paul McCartney & Wings can I play here?
Try "SILLY LOVE SONGS", "LIVE AND LET DIE", "ARROW THROUGH ME". 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 "Uncle Albert/admiral Halsey". Key of G, 72 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.