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I tried to leave it all be hind me, but I woke up and there they were be side me.
And I don’t be lieve it, but I (Bm)guess it’s true:
some feel ings, they can (Bm)trav el, too.
Oh, there it is a gain,
(Bm)sit ting on my chest; makes it (Am)hard to catch my breath.
I scram ble for the light to check.
You’re (Bm)al ways on my mind,
you’re (Bm)al ways on my mind.
And I nev er mind ed be ing on my own.
Then some thing broke in me and I want ed to go home to be where you are.
But (D)e ven clos er (C)to you, you seem so ver y far.
And now I’m reach ing out with ev ’ry note I sing, and I hope it gets to you on (D)some pa cif ic wind, wraps it self a round you and whis pers in your ear, tells you that I miss you and I (B7)wish that you were here.
And if I stay, oh, I don’t know; there’ll be so much that I’ll have to let go.
You’re (Bm)dis ap pear ing all the (Em)time,
but I still (Bm)see you in the light.
For you the (Bm)shad ows fight,
(Em)and it’s beau ti ful, but there’s that (Bm)tug in side.
I must stop (Am)time trav el ing.
You’re (Bm)al ways on my mind.
You’re (Bm)al ways on my mind.
You’re (Bm)al ways on my mind.
(B7)wish that you were here.
We all need some thing watch ing o ver us,
(G)be it the fal cons, the clouds or the cross.
And then the (Am7)sea swept in and left us all speech less,
speech less.
And I nev er mind ed be ing on my own.
Then some thing broke in me and I want ed to go home to be where you are.
But (D)e ven clos er (C)to you, you seem so ver y far.
And now I’m reach ing out with ev ’ry note I sing, and I hope it gets to you on (D)some pa cif ic wind, Wraps it self a round you and whis pers in your ear, tells you that I miss you and I (B7)wish that you were here.
Wish that you were here.
Wish that you were here.
(D)Wish that you were here.
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Wish That You Were Here — Simple Sheet Music
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"Wish That You Were Here" 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, 98 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 “Wish That You Were Here”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Wish That You Were Here"?
- 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 "Wish That You Were Here" by Florence And The Machine played in?
- Wish That You Were Here 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 "Wish That You Were Here"?
- The arrangement plays at 98 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Wish That You Were Here" 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 "Wish That You Were Here"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Wish That You Were Here"?
- "Wish That You Were Here" was originally performed by Florence And The Machine. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Wish That You Were Here"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am, Am7, Am9, B7, Bm, C, Cmaj7, D, +3 more.
- What other songs by Florence And The Machine can I play here?
- Try "DELILAH", "HOW BIG, HOW BLUE, HOW BEAUTIFUL", "VARIOUS STORMS & SAINTS". 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 "Wish That You Were Here". Key of G, 98 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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