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You Now that I’ve a (D7)lost ev ’ry thing to (G)you, you say you (Cmaj7)wan na start some thing (F)new, be and it’s (Dm)break ing my heart you’re (E)leav ing.
Ba by, I’m griev in’!
But if you want to (D7)leave, take good (G)care.
Hope you have a (Cmaj7)lot of nice things to (F)wear; but then, a (Dm)lot of nice a things of turn (E)bad out (G7)there.
Oh, (G)ba by, ba by, it’s a (F)wild world.
It’s hard to get (F)by just up on a (C)smile.
Oh, (G)ba by, ba by, it’s a (F)wild world.
I’ll al ways re (F)mem ber you like a (C)child, girl.
You know I’ve seen a (D7)lot what the world can (G)do; you and it’s (Cmaj7)break ing my heart in (F)two, be cause I (Dm)nev er want see you (E)sad, girl.
Don’t be a bad girl.
But if you want to (D7)leave, take good (G)care.
Hope you make a (Cmaj7)lot of nice friends out (F)there, but just re (Dm)mem ber there’s a lot of bad, (E)and be (G7)ware.
Oh, (G)ba by, ba by, it’s a (F)wild world.
It’s hard to get (F)by just up on a (C)smile.
Oh, (G)ba by, ba by, it’s a (F)wild world.
I’ll al ways re (F)mem ber you like a (C)child, girl.
La la la la (D7)la la la la la la la la la la (Cmaj7)la la la la la la
la la (Dm)la la la la la la (E)la.
Ba by, I love you, but if you want to (D7)leave, take good (G)care.
Hope you make a (C)lot of nice friends out (F)there, but just re (Dm)mem ber there’s a lot of bad, (E)and be (G7)ware.
(C)child, girl.
Wild World — Simple Sheet Music
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"Wild World" 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 A, 136 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 “Wild World”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Wild World"?
- 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 "Wild World" by Cat Stevens played in?
- Wild World is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Wild World"?
- The arrangement plays at 136 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Wild World" 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 "Wild World"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Wild World"?
- "Wild World" was originally performed by Cat Stevens. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Cat Stevens can I play here?
- Try "MATTHEW AND SON", "WHERE DO THE CHILDREN PLAY", "WILD WORLD". 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 "Wild World". Key of A, 136 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.