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Intermediate piano sheet music for "When I Think Of You" by Journey, in D major at about 115 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Piano Sheet Music for "When I Think Of You" by Journey

Preview of the intermediate piano sheet music arrangement for “When I Think Of You” by Journey.

When I Think Of You
Piano Sheet Music

Grand staffMid-staff range

The piano part reads from the grand staff, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · pop · soft rock
Moodnostalgic · melancholic · romantic
Signaturesoft rock ballad with lush strings and emotive vocals
D major
Key
115
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D
Amaj/3
Gmaj/3
A7
Bm7
G
A
Dmaj/5
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-chorusChorusVersePre-chorusChorusBridgeInstrumental breakFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male lead voice, clear and expressive, delivering the lyrics with heartfelt nuance
bass guitar
warm, supportive low end that anchors the harmony
acoustic guitar
gentle arpeggiated chords providing the harmonic foundation
strings
lush, sweeping orchestral strings that heighten the romantic atmosphere
electric guitar
clean melodic lines and a soaring solo that adds emotional lift
drums
steady, understated beat with soft snare and hi-hat patterns
piano
subtle chordal pads that enrich the texture
Album & artist
ALBUM

Trial by Fire (1996)

Trial by Fire brought back the classic lineup, including Steve Perry, for the first time since the 1983 album Frontiers. Produced by Kevin Shirley, it was the band's tenth studio album and marked a reunion that fans had waited over a decade for.

All of Trial by Fire
Artist

Journey

Journey is a rock band from San Francisco, formed in 1973 by guitarist Neal Schon, keyboardist Gregg Rolie, and bassist Ross Valory, among others. They play arena rock and hard rock, with a sound built around strong melodies, big hooks, and anthemic ballads. The arrival of vocalist Steve Perry in the late 1970s pushed them into one of the best-selling American rock acts of their era.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "When I Think Of You" in?

"When I Think Of You" by Journey is in D major.

What is the tempo of "When I Think Of You"?

"When I Think Of You" plays at around 115 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "When I Think Of You"?

The core progression is D, Amaj/3, Gmaj/3, A7, Bm7, and G, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "When I Think Of You"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, piano, strings, and vocals.

Can I get "When I Think Of You" piano sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate piano sheet music arrangement of "When I Think Of You" by Journey, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "When I Think Of You" piano sheet music easy to play?

"When I Think Of You" piano sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 115 BPM in D major with 18 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "When I Think Of You" piano sheet music?

Yes. The beginner piano sheet music for "When I Think Of You" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "When I Think Of You" on?

"When I Think Of You" appears on Trial by Fire (1996).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

Give it a recording, a YouTube link or an audio file, and its AI transcribes that performance into notation for the instrument and level you choose.

Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

Yes. We have licensed this track from its publisher, so we are permitted to transcribe it and provide the sheet music to you.

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