- Contains complete lyrics
Song: |
The Weight |
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Piano Voice | |
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Piano/Vocal/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
G Major |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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BPM: |
72 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0152988 |
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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: |
3 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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I pulled into Nazareth, was feelin' 'bout half past dead. |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1968 |
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Publisher: |
Sony/ATV Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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MN0152988 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
I pulled into Nazareth, was feelin' 'bout half past dead. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The easy piano edition of “The Weight” 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 easy piano score for “The Weight” 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 piano arrangement include?
The easy piano arrangement of “The Weight” is written for piano and voice, 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 “The Weight” available for other instruments?
Yes. “The Weight” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “The Weight” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/2, also known as cut time. Each measure contains two half-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“The Weight” by The Band is available as an easy piano arrangement in downloadable, printable digital sheet music. It was originally composed by Robbie Robertson. It includes 3 pages of music. The original key is G major.
The tempo marking is moderately slow, around 72 BPM. The scoring is for Piano and Voice. This edition contains complete lyrics. It falls under the Country-Rock style category.
This song is available in 4 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels. It's featured in The Last Waltz. It was arranged by Dan Coates.
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