Beg Steal Or Borrow

by Ray LaMontagne and The Pariah Dogs

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So your (D)home town’s bring in’ you down.

Are you (C)drown in’ in the small talk and the (D)chat ter?

Are you gon na (D)step in to line like your dad dy done,

(C)punch in’ the time and (G)climb in’ life’s long lad der?

You been (D)howl in’ at the moon like a slack jawed school fool and break in’ ev ’ry rule they can throw on.

Well, (D)one of these days, it’s gon na be right the soon, you’ll find your legs and (G)go

and stay

gone.

(A)Young man, (C)full of big plans and (G)think in’ a bout to mor (D)row;

(A)young man, (C)gon na make a stand.

You (G)beg, steal, you bor row.

You beg, you steal,

you bor row.

Well, (D)all in’ at the friends that you knew in school fool they used to be so cool; now they just you.

Well, (D)look at ’em now, al read y pull in’ the plow, so quick to take to (G)grain

like some

mule.

(A)Young man, (C)full of big plans and (G)think in’ a bout to mor (D)row;

(A)young man, (C)gon na make a stand.

You (G)beg, steal, you bor row.

You beg, you steal,

you bor row.

Well,

(Am)Dream in’ of the day you’re gon na pack your bags, put the miles a (D)way.

Oh, just (Am)grab your girl and go where no one knows you.

What will all the old folks say?

So the

(A)Young man, (C)full of big plans and (G)think in’ a bout to mor (D)row;

(A)young man, (C)gon na make a stand.

You (G)beg, steal, you bor row.

You beg, you steal,

you bor row.

Beg Steal Or Borrow by Ray LaMontagne and The Pariah Dogs — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Beg Steal Or Borrow” by Ray LaMontagne and The Pariah Dogs in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of D at 150 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "Beg Steal Or Borrow" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Beg Steal Or Borrow"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Beg Steal Or Borrow" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Am, Apow, Bpow, C, D, Dpow, Epow, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.