Wish You Were Here

by Avril Lavigne
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Lyrics

I can be tough;

I can be strong,

but with you

it’s not like that at all.

There’s a girl

who gives a shit

be hind this wall;

you just walk through it.

And I re mem ber (E)all those cra zy things you said.

You (B)left them run ning through my head.

You’re (C#m)al ways there, you’re ev ’ry where, but (Asus2)right now I wish you were here.

(E)All those cra zy things we did, did n’t think a bout it, just went with it.

You’re (C#m)al ways there, you’re ev ’ry where, but (Asus2)right now I wish you were here.

(E)Damn, damn, damn!

What I’d do to have you (C#m)here, here, here.

(I wish you were here.) (E)Damn, damn, damn,

what I’d do to have you (C#m)near, near, near.

(I wish you were here.) I’d (E)love

the way you are

with who I am;

don’t have to try hard.

We al ways (E)say,

say it like it is,

and the truth

is that I real ly miss

(I wish you were here.)

No, (C#m)I don’t wan na let go.

I just (B)wan na let you know that I (C#m)nev er wan na let go, let go oh oh.

No, (C#m)I don’t wan na let go.

I just (B)wan na let you know that I nev er wan na let go, (G#m)let go, let (B)go, let go, let go, (C#m)let go, let go, let go, let go, let go, let go, let go, let go.

(E)Damn, damn, damn!

What I’d do to have you (C#m)here, here, here.

(I wish you were here.) (E)Damn, damn, damn,

what I’d do to have you (C#m)near, near, near.

(I wish you were here.) (E)Damn, damn, damn!

What I’d do to have you (C#m)here, here, here.

(I wish you were here.) (E)Damn, damn, damn,

what I’d do to have you (C#m)near, near, near.

(I wish you were here.)

Wish You Were Here — Simple Sheet Music

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"Wish 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 E, 84 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Wish You Were Here”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Wish 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 You Were Here" by Avril Lavigne played in?
Wish You Were Here is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Wish You Were Here"?
The arrangement plays at 84 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Wish 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 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 You Were Here"?
"Wish You Were Here" was originally performed by Avril Lavigne. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Wish You Were Here"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, Asus2, B, C#m, E, F#m, G#m.
What other songs by Avril Lavigne can I play here?
Try "MOBILE", "TOMORROW", "EVERYBODY HURTS". 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 You Were Here". Key of E, 84 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.