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Intermediate vocals sheet music for "Smile" by Nat King Cole, in F minor at about 81 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Vocals Sheet Music for "Smile" by Nat King Cole

Preview of the intermediate vocals sheet music arrangement for “Smile” by Nat King Cole.

Smile
Vocals Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The vocals part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrejazz · pop · vocal jazz
Moodhopeful · comforting
SignatureClassic vocal jazz ballad with a warm, optimistic feel
F minor
Key
81
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E♭
Fm7
B♭11
B♭7
E♭maj/3
F♯°
Fm
C7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocal
male baritone voice, smooth and warm, delivering the melody with expressive phrasing
piano
rich, resonant acoustic piano providing harmonic support
acoustic bass
warm, walking bassline that anchors the harmony
brush drums
soft, swinging brushwork on snare and ride cymbal
string section
lush, sustained strings adding depth and emotional color
Album & artist
ALBUM

It’s Crazy / Smile (1954)

All of It’s Crazy / Smile
Artist

Nat King Cole

Nat King Cole was an American singer and jazz pianist born in Montgomery, Alabama in 1919. He started out leading the King Cole Trio in the late 1930s, building a reputation as one of the finest small-group jazz pianists of the swing era, before crossing over into pop vocal stardom in the 1950s. Over nearly three decades he recorded more than 100 chart hits for Capitol Records, and his warm baritone became one of the most recognized voices in American popular music.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Smile" in?

"Smile" by Nat King Cole is in F minor.

What is the tempo of "Smile"?

"Smile" plays at around 81 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Smile"?

The core progression is E♭, Fm7, B♭11, B♭7, E♭maj/3, and F♯°, built around the F minor tonal center.

What instruments play on "Smile"?

The recording features piano, acoustic bass, brush drums, string section, and vocal.

Can I get "Smile" vocals sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate vocals sheet music arrangement of "Smile" by Nat King Cole, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Smile" vocals sheet music easy to play?

"Smile" vocals sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 81 BPM in F minor with 12 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 "Smile" vocals sheet music?

Yes. The beginner vocals sheet music for "Smile" 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 "Smile" on?

"Smile" appears on It’s Crazy / Smile (1954).

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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.

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