- Contains complete lyrics
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Pretending |
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Piano/Vocal/Guitar |
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B Minor |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0084498 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
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7 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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How many times must we tell the tale? |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1985 |
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Publisher: |
Universal Music Publishing Group |
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Musicnotes |
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MN0084498 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
How many times must we tell the tale? |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The piano/vocal/guitar edition of “Pretending” is in B minor. You can also purchase it in 6 other keys, each sold separately.
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 piano/vocal/guitar score for “Pretending” 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 piano/vocal/guitar arrangement include?
The piano/vocal/guitar arrangement of “Pretending” is written for voice, piano and guitar, 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 “Pretending” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Pretending” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Pretending” 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
“Pretending” by Eric Clapton is available as a piano/vocal/guitar arrangement in downloadable, printable digital sheet music. It was originally composed by Jerry Lynn Williams. It includes 7 pages of music. The original key is B minor.
It's available in 6 additional keys for transposition. The tempo marking is moderately, around 98 BPM. The arrangement is scored for Voice, Piano and Guitar. This edition contains complete lyrics.
Stylistically, it's Blues Rock. This song is available in 6 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels.
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