Runaway

by Ed Sheeran

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Mm, mm, (G#m)mm, mm,

(E)ah.

Mm, mm, (G#m)mm, mm,

(E)ah.

Mm, mm, (G#m)mm, mm,

(E)ah.

Mm, mm, (G#m)mm, mm,

(E)ah.

Mm, mm, (E)ah.

I’ve known it for a long time; (E)dad dy wakes to (B)for a drink at nine.

I Dis ap pear ing all night, but (E)I don’t wan na know (B)where he’s been ly ing.

I know what I wan na do; wan na (E)run a way, (B)run a way with you.

Gon na grab clothes, six, in the (E)morn in’ go.

(C#m)How (G#m)long you (B)leav (F#)ing?

Well, dad, just (C#m)don’t ex pect (G#m)me back this (B)eve (F#)ning.

Oh, it could (C#m)take a bit (G#m)of time to (B)heal (F#)this.

It’s been a long day, thumb on side of the (D#)road way, but I love him from my (G#m)skin to my bones.

(E)(Ah.)

But I don’t wan na (G#m)live in his home.

(E)(Ah.)

There’s noth ing to (G#m)say ’cause he knows.

(E)(Ah.)

I’ll just run a (G#m)way and be on my own.

(E)(Ah.)

I’ve nev er seen my dad cry; (E)cold dy as stone (B)in the kit chen light.

I tell you, it’s a bout time, but (E)I don’t was raised know (B)to keep been qui et.

This is what I’m gon na do; gon na (E)run a way, (B)gon na make that move.

Gon na grab clothes, and when it’s (E)morn in’ go.

(C#m)How (G#m)long you (B)leav (F#)ing?

Well, dad, just (C#m)don’t ex pect (G#m)me back this (B)eve (F#)ning.

Oh, it could (C#m)take a bit (G#m)of time to (B)heal (F#)this.

It’s been a long day, thumb on side of the (D#)road way, but I love him from my (G#m)skin to my bones.

(E)(Ah.)

But I don’t wan na (G#m)live in his home.

(E)(Ah.)

There’s noth ing to (G#m)say ’cause he knows.

(E)(Ah.)

I’ll just run a (G#m)way and be on my own.

(E)(Ah.)

Back pack and a flat cap turned to the (E)back, as I packed (B)my clothes up.

My dad was n’t down with that plan to at (E)tack, in tends (B)to show love.

I don’t wan na live this way.

Gon na (E)take my things (B)and go, but if things change in a mat ter of days, I could (E)be per suad ed (B)to hold on.

Our ma ma (G#m)was the same, but none of us are (B)saints, I guess that (F#)god knows that.

I don’t wan na (G#m)run a way but one of these (B)days I might (F#)just show that.

Put my home (G#m)in a suit case, tie both (B)shoe la ces (F#)and hope that things change but for now I’ll leave town with a (CN.C.)back pack on my should I love er.

him from my (B)(Ah.)

Runaway by Ed Sheeran — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Runaway by Ed Sheeran 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 95 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 "Runaway" 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 "Runaway"?
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.
What other Ed Sheeran songs work for kids?
Try "Sing", "SING", "DIVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.