Ready, Set, Don't Go

by Billy Ray Cyrus with Miley Cyrus

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(D)She’s got ta do what she’s got ta do and I’ve got ta like it or not.

(Bm7)She’s got dreams too big for this town and she needs to give ’em a shot, what ev er they are.

It (D)looks like I’m all read y to leave and noth in’ left to pack.

(Bm7)Ain’t no room for me in that car, I e ven if she asked me to tag a long.

God, I got ta be (Em7)strong.

I’m at the (G)start in’ line of the rest of my life, as read y as I’ve ev er been.

Got the (A)hun ger and the stars in my eyes, the prize is mine to win.

She’s (G)wait in’ on my bless ings ’fore she hits that o pen road.

But, ba by, get (Em7)read y.

Oh, I’m read y.

Get set,

don’t (D)go.

(D)Looks like ta things are fall in’ in place.

and Feels like they’re fall in’ a part.

(Bm7)Paint ed this ol’ smile on my face to hide my to bro ken heart.

shot, If on ly she knew.

And (D)this is where you don’t say to what you want so bad to say.

(Bm7)This is where I want to, that but I won’t get in the way of to her and her

and I spread in’ her (Em7)wings.

I’m at the (G)start in’ line of the rest of my life, as read y as I’ve ev er been.

Got the (A)hun ger and the stars in my eyes, the prize is mine to win.

She’s (G)wait in’ on my bless ings ’fore she hits that o pen road.

But, ba by, get (Em7)read y.

Oh, I’m read y.

Get set,

don’t (D)go.

(Em7)read y,

get set,

don’t go.

(A)I’m at the (Em7)read y,

get set,

please don’t go.

Don’t go.

Let me go now.

Don’t (D)go.

I’ll be al right.

I’ll be o kay.

(Bm7)Know that I’ll be think in’ of you each and ev ’ry day.

(D)She’s got ta do what she’s got ta do.

Let me go now.

(D)She’s got ta do what she’s got ta do.

I got ta do what I’ve got ta do.

(D)She’s got ta do what she’s got ta do.

Let me go now.

(D)She’s got ta do what she’s got ta do.

I got ta do what I’ve got ta do.

Ready, Set, Don't Go by Billy Ray Cyrus with Miley Cyrus — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ready, Set, Don't Go” by Billy Ray Cyrus with Miley Cyrus 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 76 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 "Ready, Set, Don't Go" 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 "Ready, Set, Don't Go"?
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 "Ready, Set, Don't Go" use?
Just 7 chords: A, Asus4, Bm7, D, Em7, G, Gmaj9. Take it one section at a time.