We Are Young

by fun.
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Lyrics

(F)Give me a sec ond, I need to get my sto ry straight.

My (Dm)friends are in the bath room get ting high er than the Em pire State.

My (Gm)lov er, she’s wait ing for me just a cross the bar.

My seat’s been (Bb)tak en by some sun glass es (C)ask ing ’bout a scar.

And I know I gave it to you months a go;

I know you’re try ing to for get.

But be (Gm)tween the drinks and sub tle things, the holes in my a pol o gies, you know I’m try ing hard to take it (C)back.

So, if by the (Gm)time the bar (Am)clos es and you (Dm)feel like fall ing (Bb)down, I’ll car ry you (C)home.

To (F)night

we (C)are (Dm)young,

so let’s set the world on (Bb)fi re;

we can burn bright er

than the (F)sun.

To (F)night

we (C)are (Dm)young,

so let’s set the world on (Bb)fi re;

we can burn bright er

than the (F)sun.

Now I (F)know that I’m not

all that you’ve got.

I guess that I thought may be we could find new ways to fall a (Gm)part.

But our friends are back,

so let’s raise a toast,

’cause I found some one to (C)car ry me home.

To (F)night

we (C)are (Dm)young,

so let’s set the world on (Bb)fi re;

we can burn bright er

than the (F)sun.

To (F)night

we (C)are (Dm)young,

so let’s set the world on (Bb)fi re;

we can burn bright er

than the (F)sun.

Now I (F)know that I’m not

all that you’ve got.

I guess that I thought may be we could find new ways to fall a (Gm)part.

But our friends are back,

so let’s raise a toast,

’cause I found some one to (C)car ry me home.

To

(F)Car ry me home (F)to night.

Just (F)car ry me home to night.

(F)Car ry me home (F)to night.

Just (F)car ry me home to night.

The moon is on my side; I have no rea son to run,

so will some one come and (C)car ry me home to (F)night?

The an gels nev er ar rived,

but I can hear the choir.

So will some one come and (C)car ry me home?

To

So if by the (Gm)time the bar (Am)clos es and you (Dm)feel like (C)fall ing (Bb)down, I’ll car ry you (C)home to (F)night.

We Are Young — Simple Sheet Music

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"We Are Young" 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, 100 BPM.

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

About “We Are Young”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "We Are Young"?
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 "We Are Young" by fun. played in?
We Are Young 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 "We Are Young"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "We Are Young" 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 "We Are Young"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "We Are Young"?
"We Are Young" was originally performed by fun.. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by fun. can I play here?
Try "ALL ALONE", "SOME NIGHTS", "CARRY ON". 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 "We Are Young". Key of Bb, 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.