Drivin' My Life Away

by Eddie Rabbitt

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Lyrics

Well, the (E7)truck stop cut ie com in’ on a to y me; tried to talk me in to a ride, me said I would n’t be (A)sor ry,

but I she was just (E7)ba

by.

Hey, wait ress, pour me an oth er cup of cof fee.

Pop it down, fect jack me up, the shoot me out, the fly in’ down the (A)high way,

but I look ing for (E7)morn

in’.

(E)Ooh,

I’m driv in’ my (D)life a way,

look in’ for a (A)bet ter way

for (E)me.

(E)Ooh,

I’m driv in’ my (D)life a way,

look in’ for a (A)sun ny day.

for (E)me.

Well, the Well, the (E7)mid night head lights blind you on a rain y night; steep grade up a head, slow me down, mak in’ no (A)time,

but I got to keep (E7)roll

in’.

Those wind shield wi pers slap pin’ out a tem po, keep in’ per fect rhy thm with the song on the ra di o,

but I got to keep (E7)roll

in’.

(E)Ooh,

I’m driv in’ my (D)life a way,

look in’ for a (A)bet ter way

for (E)me.

(E)Ooh,

I’m driv in’ my (D)life a way,

look in’ for a (A)sun ny day.

for (E)me.

Drivin' My Life Away by Eddie Rabbitt — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Drivin' My Life Away” by Eddie Rabbitt 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 A at 176 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Drivin' My Life Away" 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 "Drivin' My Life Away"?
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 "Drivin' My Life Away" use?
Just 6 chords: A, C#m, D, E, E7, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Eddie Rabbitt songs work for kids?
Try "EVERY WHICH WAY BUT LOOSE", "I LOVE A RAINY NIGHT", "I Love a Rainy Night". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.