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(F#m)Y’all per pret ty la dies a (E5)round the world, got a (D5)weird to thing to (E5)show you, so tell (F#5)all the boys and girls.
You Tell your broth er, your sis ter and your (E5)ma ma, too, ’cause we’re a (D5)bout to throw (E5)down and you’ll (F#5)know just what to do.
Wave your hands sic in the air it, like (E)you don’t care, glide don’t by the peo ple as they (F#)start to look and stare.
Do your (F#m)dance, do your dance, (E)do your dance on quick, ma ma.
Come on, (E)ba by, tell me (F#)what’s the word.
A word up,
(F#)ev ’ry (Esus)bod y (E)say.
(D)When you hear the (E)call, you’ve got to (F#)get it un der Word up,
it’s the (Esus)code (E)word.
No (D)mat ter where you (E)say it you know (F#)that you’ll be heard.
Now all you
(F#)ev ’ry (Esus)bod y (E)say.
(D)When you hear the (E)call, you’ve got to (F#)get it un der way, oh.
Just (F#)come on all you peo ple sing: (F#5)W O R D Up!
W O R D Up!
W O R D Up!
W O R D Up!
Word Up — Simple Sheet Music
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"Word Up" 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 F#, 112 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 “Word Up”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Word Up"?
- 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 "Word Up" by Cameo played in?
- Word Up is arranged in the key of F# on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Word Up"?
- The arrangement plays at 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Word Up" 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 "Word Up"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Word Up"?
- "Word Up" was originally performed by Cameo. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Word Up"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: C, D, Dpow, E, Epow, Esus4, F#, F#m, +2 more.
- 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 "Word Up". Key of F#, 112 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.