Other arrangements of You've Got A Friend
Pick a learning view.
When you’re down
and trou bled
and you need
some (C7)love and care,
and that and (Bbm7)noth in’,
north wind (Eb7)noth in’ is go in’ right,
(Gm7)close your eyes
and (C7)think of me
and (Fm)soon I will be there
to (Bbm7)bright en up you’ll hear me e ven your dark est night.
You just call
out my name
and you know
wher ev er I am,
I’ll come run nin’
to see you a (Db6)gain.
(Ab)Win ter, spring, sum mer or fall,
(Db)all you have to do is call,
and I’ll be there.
You’ve got a friend.
If the sky
a bove you
and grows dark
and (C7)full of clouds,
and that and (Bbm7)noth in’,
north wind (Eb7)noth in’ be gins to blow,
(Gm7)keep your head
to (C7)geth of er
and (Fm)call my name out loud.
to (Bbm7)bright en up you’ll hear me e ven at dark your door.
You just call
out my name
and you know
wher ev er I am,
I’ll come run nin’
to see you a (Db6)gain.
(Ab)Win ter, spring, sum mer or fall,
(Db)all you have to do is call,
and I’ll be there.
You’ve got a friend.
If the sky there yes, (Cm7)I will.
Now (Gb)ain’t it good to know that (Db)you’ve got a friend
when (Ab)peo ple can be so cold?
They’ll hurt you, yes, and de sert you
and (Fm)take your soul if you let (Bb7)them.
Oh, but (Db6)don’t you let them.
You just call there yes, (Cm7)I will.
You’ve got a friend.
You’ve got a (Ab)friend.
Ain’t it good to know you’ve got a (Ab)friend.
Ain’t it good to know you’ve got a
You've Got A Friend — Simple Sheet Music
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"You've Got A Friend" 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 Db, 90 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've Got A Friend”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "You've Got A Friend"?
- 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've Got A Friend" by Carole King played in?
- You've Got A Friend is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "You've Got A Friend"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "You've Got A Friend" 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've Got A Friend"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "You've Got A Friend"?
- "You've Got A Friend" was originally performed by Carole King. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "You've Got A Friend"?
- This arrangement uses 16 chords: Ab, Ab6, Ab7, Abmaj7, Bb7, Bbm7, C7, Cm7, +8 more.
- What other songs by Carole King can I play here?
- Try "YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND", "TAPESTRY", "I FEEL THE EARTH MOVE". 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've Got A Friend". Key of Db, 90 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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