Yellow Bird

by Irving Burgie
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Lyrics

(F)Yel

(Fdim)low (F)bird,

(F#dim)up (Gm7)high in ba (C7)na na (F)tree.

Yel

(Fdim)low (F)bird,

(F#dim)you (Gm7)sit all a (C7)lone like (F)me.

(Bb6)Did your la dy frien’ (F)leave de nest a gain?

(C7)Dat is ver y sad, (F)make me feel so bad.

(Bb6)You can fly a way, (F)in the sky a way.

You more luck y (C7)dan (F)me!

(F)I al so have a (Gm7)pret ty gal,

(C7)She not with me to (F)day.

Dey all de same, de (Gm7)pret ty gal,

make dem de nest, den dey (C7)fly a (F)way!

(F)Yel

(Fdim)low (F)bird,

(F#dim)up (Gm7)high in ba (C7)na na (F)tree.

Yel

(Fdim)low (F)bird,

(F#dim)you (Gm7)sit all a (C7)lone like (F)me.

(Bb6)Bet ter fly a way (F)in de sky a way.

(C7)Pick er com in’ soon, (F)pick from night to noon.

(Bb6)Black an’ yel low you, (F)like ba na na too.

Dey might pick you (C7)some (F)day!

(F)Wish dat I was a (Gm7)yel low bird,

(C7)I fly a way with (F)you.

But I am not a (Gm7)yel low bird,

so here I sit, noth in’ (C7)else to (F)way!

(F)do!

Yel

(Fdim)low (F)bird.

Yel

(Fdim)low (F)bird.

Yel

(E)low

(F)bird.

Yellow Bird β€” Simple Sheet Music

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"Yellow Bird" in simplified sheet music format β€” 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 β€œYellow Bird”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Yellow Bird"?
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 β€” same song, less visual density.
What key is "Yellow Bird" by Irving Burgie played in?
Yellow Bird 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 "Yellow Bird"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Yellow Bird" easy to play on piano?
Yes β€” this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Yellow Bird"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Yellow Bird"?
"Yellow Bird" was originally performed by Irving Burgie. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Yellow Bird"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bb6, C7, E, F, F#dim, Fdim, Gm7.
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 β€” helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Yellow Bird". 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 β€” 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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