Run, Freedom, Run!

· by Urinetown (Musical)

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Run, free dom, run!

(G)sweat

Free dom, run a way!

My friends, you have to run, run a, (Am7)run a, run, free dom, (C)run a way!

So That don’t free dom you sun

will shine some day.

’Til ’Til then, free dom’s you bet won, ter (G)run, run a, (C)run a, run, free dom, (C)run a way!

There’s a trick le of (G)sweat

drip pin’ in your ear,

but still, you got ta run, run a, (Am7)run a, run, free dom, (C)run a way!

So That don’t free dom you fret,

and nev er fear!

’Til ’Til then, free dom’s you bet won, ter (G)run, won a, (C)won a, won, free dom, (C)run a way!

There’s a trick le of

There’s a great big Clad well on your tail!

(G)Run, (C)free dom, (G)run!

And he’s put his hench men on your trail!

(D)Run, (G)free dom, (D)run!

I’m (G)sim Ah ply lay in’ (G)out the fac’s for you.

(C)Great big Clad well’s (A)mak ing tracks for you.

Ah Ain’t no time to re lax for you.

(G)Run, (C)free dom, (G)run!

Run, free dom, run!

Free dom, run a way!

(Eb7)Run, free dom, run!

Free dom, (Db)run a way!

My friends, you have to run, run a, (Db)run a, run, free dom, (Db)run a way!

That free dom sun

will shine some day.

’Til then, you bet ter (Ab)run, run a, (Db)run a, run, run a, (C7)run a, run!

Hal le (Ab)lu (Bb7)jah!

With the (Ab)wind in your hair, you’ll run to free dom glo ry!

That fr ee dom sun will shine all o ver our free dom sto ry!

I said (Ab)free dom…

I said free dom…

I said free

dom, run…

…a (Ab)way!!!

Run, free dom, run!

Run, free dom!

Free dom, run a way!

Run, Freedom, Run! by Urinetown (Musical) — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Run, Freedom, Run!” by Urinetown (Musical) 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 160 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 "Run, Freedom, Run!" 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 "Run, Freedom, Run!"?: 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 "Run, Freedom, Run!" use?: Just 18 chords: A7, Ab, Am, Am7, B7, Bb, Bb7, C, +10 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Urinetown (Musical) songs work for kids?: Try "ACT ONE FINALE", "DON'T BE THE BUNNY", "MISTER CLADWELL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.