Mad World

GARY JULES

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Mad World by Gary Jules is a melancholic and introspective ballad, made famous by his emotional rendition of the original Tears for Fears song. This version, with its minimalist arrangement and poignant vocals, explores themes of disillusionment and contemplation, continuing to resonate deeply with listeners.

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Scrolling Score Tutorial

Scrolling Score Tutorial

Follow the sheet music in real time, with hand positioning, fingering, and expressive playing to better understand the dynamics and phrasing.

Mad World – GARY JULES – Piano Sheet Music

PDF Sheet Music

A clear and accessible transcription of Mad World for smooth learning and enjoyable practice. Written in the original key: F Minor Dorian Mode (3b). Intermediate arrangement with no expression marks — dynamics and phrasing should be felt personally and played by ear.

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Synthesia-type Tutorial

Synthesia-type Tutorial

Learn the song visually with falling notes — ideal if you prefer practicing without reading sheet music.

Mad World – GARY JULES – MIDI File

MIDI File

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All around me are familiar faces
Worn out places, worn out faces
Bright and early for the daily races
Going nowhere, going nowhere

Their tears are filling up their glasses
No expression, no expression
Hide my head, I wanna drown my sorrow
No tomorrow, no tomorrow

And I find it kind of funny
I find it kind of sad
The dreams in which I'm dying
Are the best I've ever had

I find it hard to tell you
I find it hard to take
When people run in circles it's a very, very
Mad world, mad world

Children waiting for the day they feel good
Happy birthday, happy birthday
And I feel the way that every child should
Sit and listen, sit and listen

Went to school and I was very nervous
No one knew me, no one knew me
Hello, teacher! Tell me, what's my lesson?
Look right through me, look right through me

And I find it kind of funny
I find it kind of sad
The dreams in which I'm dying
Are the best I've ever had

I find it hard to tell you
I find it hard to take
When people run in circles it's a very, very
Mad world, mad world

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