- Contains complete lyrics
Leadsheets typically only contain the lyrics, chord symbols and melody line of a song and are rarely more than one page in length. Musicians will often use these skeletons to improvise their own arrangements. Leadsheets often do not contain complete lyrics to the song.
Song: |
Stand by Me |
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Voice Ukulele C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
A4-A5 |
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Scoring: |
Ukulele/Vocal/Chords Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
A Major |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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BPM: |
120 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0094084 |
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Price:
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$3.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $2.99
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Pages: |
3 |
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Average Rating:
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Rated 5/5 based on 1 customer ratings |
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Top Review:
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"A classic song that sounds really great with very few chords"
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Lyrics Begin:
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When the night has come and the land is dark, and the moon is the only light we'll see. |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1961 |
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Publisher: |
Sony/ATV Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0094084 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
When the night has come and the land is dark, and the moon is the only light we'll see. |
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From the Book: |
Pop Hits - Ukulele Play-Along Volume 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The ukulele leadsheet edition of “Stand by Me” is in A major. It is currently available in that key only.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.
Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the ukulele leadsheet score for “Stand by Me” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this ukulele leadsheet arrangement include?
The ukulele leadsheet arrangement of “Stand by Me” is written for voice, ukulele and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Stand by Me” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Stand by Me” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Stand by Me” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

About This Arrangement
Available as digital sheet music, “Stand by Me” by Ben E. King is a ukulele leadsheet arrangement you can download and print. The song was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. This edition includes 3 pages of music. It's written in A major.
It's marked moderately, at about 120 BPM. The scoring is for Voice, Ukulele and C Instrument. Contains complete lyrics. It falls under the Soul style category.
There are 290 arrangements of this song available on Musicnotes, for different instruments and levels. It holds a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 1 rating. A verified buyer says: “A classic song that sounds really great with very few chords”
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