Other arrangements of Waterfalls
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A lone ly moth er gaz ing out of her win dow star ing (Dbmaj7)at a son that she just can’t (Ab)touch.
If at (Bb)an y (Eb)time he’s in a jam she’ll (Bb)be by his side, but he does n’t (Dbmaj7)re al ize he hurts her so (Ab)much.
to me.”
But all the pray ing just (Bb)ain’t help ing at all, ’cause he can’t (Dbmaj7)seem to keep his self out of (Ab)trou ble.
So, he goes out (Ebmaj7)and he makes his mon ey the (Bb)best way he knows how, an oth er (Dbmaj7)bod y lay ing cold in the (Ab)gut ter.
Lis ten to me.
(Eb)Don’t go chas ing (Bb)wa ter falls.
Please stick to the (Dbmaj7)riv ers and the lakes that you’re (Ab)used to.
I know that you’re (Eb)gon na have it your way or (Bb)noth ing at all, but I think you’re (Dbmaj7)mov ing too fast.
A Lit tle pre cious has a nat ’ral ob ses sion for temp (Dbmaj7)ta tion, but he just can’t can’t (Ab)see.
If at (Bb)an y (Eb)She gives him lov ing that (Bb)his bod y can’t han dle, but all (Dbmaj7)he can say is, “Ba by, it’s (Ab)good to me.”
One day he goes and takes (Bb)a glimpse in the mir ror, but he (Dbmaj7)does n’t rec og nize his own (Ab)face.
ble.
So, he goes out (Ebmaj7)and His health is fad ing and (Bb)he does n’t know why.
Three let ters (Dbmaj7)took him to his fi nal rest (Ab)ing place.
Y’all don’t hear me.
(Eb)Don’t go chas ing (Bb)wa ter falls.
Please stick to the (Dbmaj7)riv ers and the lakes that you’re (Ab)used to.
I know that you’re (Eb)gon na have it your way or (Bb)noth ing at all, but I think you’re (Dbmaj7)mov ing too fast.
Come on.
(Eb)Don’t go chas ing (Bb)wa ter falls.
Please stick to the (Dbmaj7)riv ers and the lakes that you’re (Ab)used to.
I know that you’re (Eb)gon na have it your way or (Bb)noth ing at all, but I think you’re (Dbmaj7)mov ing too fast.
(Eb)Don’t go chas ing (Bb)wa ter falls.
Please stick to the (Dbmaj7)riv ers and the lakes that you’re (Ab)used to.
I know that you’re (Eb)gon na have it your way or (Bb)noth ing at all, but I think you’re (Dbmaj7)mov ing too fast.
Waterfalls — Simple Sheet Music
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"Waterfalls" 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 Ab, 100 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Waterfalls”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Waterfalls"?
- 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 "Waterfalls" by TLC played in?
- Waterfalls is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Waterfalls"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Waterfalls" 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 "Waterfalls"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Waterfalls"?
- "Waterfalls" was originally performed by TLC. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Waterfalls"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Ab, Bb, C, Dbmaj7, Dbmaj9, Eb, Ebmaj7.
- What other songs by TLC can I play here?
- Try "NO SCRUBS", "Waterfalls". 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 "Waterfalls". Key of Ab, 100 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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