Fake Your Way To The Top

by Tom Eyen

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Thir teen (Gmaj7)years

of (Dm7)sol id gold (G7)plat ters,

ris ing cost

and (Cm6)cock tail

chat ter,

fat dee jays,

ster e o phon ic sound.

Oh, (Cmaj7)ba by, the game of hits

goes (Eb)’round

and a round.

But you can (G)fake your (Gmaj7)way to the (G7)top.

(G7)’Round and a round.

’Round and a round.

Fake your way

to the (G7)top.

You can fake your (Gmaj7)way

to the top.

And it’s al ways real,

so

real (Al ways so real.)

when you’re com in’ down.

(F)Help (F#)me, (G7)Je sus!

(C9)Help me, help me, (G7)Je sus!

(C9)Help me, help me, (G7)Je sus!

(C9)Help me, Je sus,

(Am7)up, back up, back up,

(All the way up.)

(C)yeah, (C#7)yeah, (C)yeah, back to num ber one,

(C9)back to num ber one.

I know what’s hap p’nin’,

(G7)I’ve been a round,

(G7)work in’ my way

(Am)through (G7)ev er y town.

(Am)I (G7)make my liv in’

(G7)off of my sound.

(Am)And the (G7)game of hits

goes a (CN.C.)round and a round and a round.

Oh, ba by,

you can (G)fake your way

(G7)to the top.

(C6)Blow your horn!

(G)Fake your way

(G7)to the top.

Yeah,

(C6)don’t you know I faked my way

(G7)to the top,

(Cmaj7)yes, I did.

And it’s al ways real,

so real...

(Al ways so real.)

(Bb)Help me, help me, (G)Je sus!

(Bb)Help me,

help me (G)Je sus,

(G)fake my way

to the top.

(G)Yeah!

Fake Your Way To The Top by Tom Eyen — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Fake Your Way To The Top” by Tom Eyen 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 G at 70 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 "Fake Your Way To The Top" 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 "Fake Your Way To The Top"?
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 "Fake Your Way To The Top" use?
Just 19 chords: Am, Am7, Bb, C, C#7, C6, C9, Cm6, +11 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Tom Eyen songs work for kids?
Try "STEPPIN' TO THE BAD SIDE", "I AM CHANGING", "CADILLAC CAR". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.