- Contains complete lyrics
Song: |
Stand by Me |
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Guitar TAB Guitar/Vocal/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
C Major |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0149996 |
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Price:
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$4.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $3.99
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Pages: |
2 |
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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 see, oh, |
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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 #: |
MN0149996 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
When the night has come and the land is dark and the moon is the only light we see, oh, |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The easy guitar TAB edition of “Stand by Me” is in C major. It is currently available in that key only.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
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Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the easy guitar TAB 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 easy guitar TAB arrangement include?
The easy guitar TAB arrangement of “Stand by Me” is written for guitar and voice. The score includes tablature rather than standard notation, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. 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
This digital sheet music edition of “Stand by Me” by Ben E. King is an easy guitar TAB arrangement available for instant download and printing. The song was composed by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. This edition is 2 pages long.
The published key is C major. The tempo marking is moderately, around 120 BPM. It's arranged for Guitar and Voice.
This edition contains complete lyrics. It's categorized as Soul on Musicnotes. This song is available in 290 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels.
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