Wake Me Up

by Avicii
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Lyrics

Feel ing my way through the dark ness, the

guid ed by a beat ing (D)heart.

I can’t tell the where the jour ney will end,

but but I know where to (D)start.

They tell me I’m could too (D)young to un der stand.

They say I’m (G)caught up in a dream.

Well, life will (G)pass me by if (D)I don’t o pen up my eyes.

Well, that’s fine by the (D)me.

So wake me (G)up when it’s all o ver.

When I’m (G)wis er and I’m old er.

All this (G)time I was find ing my (A)self and I

did n’t (G)know I was (D)lost.

So (F#)wake me (G)up when it’s all o ver.

When I’m (Bm)wis er (G)and I’m (D)old er.

(F#)All this (Bm)time I was (G)find ing my (D)self and I

did n’t (G)know I was (D)lost.

I did n’t (G)know I was (D)lost.

I did n’t (G)know I was (D)lost.

I did n’t (G)know I was (D)lost.

I did n’t know…

Wake Me Up — Simple Sheet Music

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"Wake Me Up" 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, 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 “Wake Me Up”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Wake Me Up"?
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 "Wake Me Up" by Avicii played in?
Wake Me Up 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 "Wake Me Up"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Wake Me Up" 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 "Wake Me Up"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Wake Me Up"?
"Wake Me Up" was originally performed by Avicii. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Avicii can I play here?
Try "WAKE ME UP!", "Hey Brother", "HEY BROTHER". 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 "Wake Me Up". Key of D, 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.