Someone You Loved
Four chords, one melody, no detour – one of the most played ballads of recent years.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Lewis Capaldi
- Year
- 2018
- Origin
- From the album Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent
- Key
- D major
- Level
- Beginner
- Keys recommended
- 61 are enough
How difficult is it?
The chord progression repeats through the whole song. If you can grip four major chords, you play the accompaniment straight away.
The real hurdle
The melody often enters before the beat. Playing it along, you have to hear that or it sounds stiff.
How long does it take?
One to two weeks.
A rule of thumb, not a rule – how fast it goes depends on prior experience and practice time. This level is an assessment, not a measurement: most pieces exist in arrangements ranging from heavily simplified to concert level. The rating refers to the common arrangement.
Which instrument suits it?
Works on any keyboard. A transpose function helps for singing along.
Instruments that suit it
Casio CT-S300 EU approx. €160–185Light, sturdy, with a carry handle – the uncomplicated kids’ and second keyboard.
Korg B2 EU approx. €350–440The overlooked fifth player: real hammer action from a heritage maker – often the cheapest serious 88.
Roland RP-107 EU approx. €980–1,100Cabinet digital piano with PHA-4 Standard action.
The catalogue lists 233 instruments with verified data – key count, action and connections documented rather than claimed.
Where to find the sheet music
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
Modern editions and arrangements
Simplified versions, modern engraving and arrangements are available from the usual sheet music retailers. We will add direct links here shortly.
Frequently asked questions
How difficult is Someone You Loved?
The chord progression repeats through the whole song. If you can grip four major chords, you play the accompaniment straight away.
What key is Someone You Loved in?
Someone You Loved is in D major.
How many keys do you need for Someone You Loved?
An instrument with 61 keys is enough for this piece.
Who composed Someone You Loved?
Lewis Capaldi, 2018.
Can you download the sheet music for Someone You Loved for free?
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
How long does it take to learn Someone You Loved?
One to two weeks.
If this suits you
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Make You Feel My Love Bob DylanWritten by Bob Dylan, made famous by Adele – a ballad built almost entirely from basic chords.