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Only the Lonely
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Only the Lonely
Roy Orbison
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This digital sheet music edition of “Only the Lonely” by Roy Orbison is a leadsheet arrangement available for instant download and printing. It has also been performed by Sonny James. The song was composed by Joe Melson. This edition is 2 pages long.
The published key is G major. The tempo marking is moderately, around 120 BPM. The arrangement is scored for Voice, Guitar and C Instrument. This edition contains complete lyrics.
Stylistically, it's Pop. It has an average customer rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings. One reviewer notes: “I really appreciate that this lead sheet is short and sweet. Easy chord changes and readable melody. Great price too!”
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The Early Rock Book
- Arrangement
- Leadsheet
- Composers
- Roy Orbison , Joe Melson
- Lyricists
- Roy Orbison , Joe Melson
- Product #
- MN0060452
- Pages
- 2 Pages
- Vocal Range
-
Voice:
- Publisher
- Sony/ATV Music Publishing
- Date
- 1960
- Tempo
- Moderately
- Metronome
- q = 120
- Original Published Key
- G Major
- Time Signature
- 4/4
- Product Type
- Official
- Interactive
- Yes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The leadsheet edition of “Only the Lonely” is in G 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 leadsheet score for “Only the Lonely” 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 leadsheet arrangement include?
The leadsheet arrangement of “Only the Lonely” is written for voice, guitar and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Only the Lonely” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Only the Lonely” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Only the Lonely” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.
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