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Like a sweet gle pro morn ing dew, I took one look at you and it was plain to see you were y my y des try ti ny.
move me.
With arms o pen wide I threw a way my pride.
I’ll sac ri fice for you, but to ded er i cate my life to you.
(A)I will go what’s where you lead, (A)al ways there in times a lit of need.
er.
I (B7)Then when I (B7)lose my will, you’ll of be there to push me up the hill.
There’s (A)no,
no look ing (Bm9)back for tion, (A)We’ve got love: sure (B7)’nough, that’s e (Dm6)nough.
You’re all,
you’re all I (B)need
to get by.
Like an ea gle pro tects his nest, for you I’ll do my best, stand by you like a tree, dare an y bod y des try ti and move me.
Dar ling, in I found strength where I was torn down.
Don’t know ri what’s in store, but to geth er we cate pen an y door.
(A)Just to do what’s good for you (A)and in spire in you a lit tle high er.
I (B7)know you can (B7)make a man out of a soul that did n’t have a goal, ’cause (A)we,
we got the (Bm9)right foun tion, (A)We’ve got love: sure (B7)’nough, that’s e (Dm6)nough.
You’re all,
you’re all I (B)need
to get by.
(A)and with love and de ter mi (Dm6)na tion you’re all, you’re all I want to strive for and try a lit tle more for.
Oh, all the joy un der the sun wrapped up in to one.
You’re all, you’re all I (B)need.
You’re all I (B)need.
(You’re all I (E7sus)need)
to get by.
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You're All I Need To Get By — Simple Sheet Music
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"You're All I Need To Get By" 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, 92 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 “You're All I Need To Get By”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "You're All I Need To Get By"?
- 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 "You're All I Need To Get By" by Michael McDonald played in?
- You're All I Need To Get By 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 "You're All I Need To Get By"?
- The arrangement plays at 92 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "You're All I Need To Get By" 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 "You're All I Need To Get By"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "You're All I Need To Get By"?
- "You're All I Need To Get By" was originally performed by Michael McDonald. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "You're All I Need To Get By"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, A7, B, B7, Bm7, Bm9, Dm6, E7.
- What other songs by Michael McDonald can I play here?
- Try "REFLECTIONS", "I BELIEVE", "FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE". 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 "You're All I Need To Get By". Key of A, 92 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.