Sail On

by The Commodores

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Lyrics

Sail on down the line ’bout a half fun ny a how mile the time or can so, go and on a a don’t friends real say ly they wan told na me know so, a but it where you’re go in’.

May be once or twice, you see, that a time small af town ter time boy I like tried me a just to, a to hold on to what we got, but a now you’re go in’;

and I don’t my (A7)mind a bout the (D)things you’re (D)gon na (Bm7)say, Lord,

I gave all my (A7)mon ey, and in my time.

You know, it ain’t so I know hard it’s a shame, to say, but I’m (D)giv in’ you (D)back your (Bm7)name,

(Dmaj7)yeah, (Gmaj7)yeah.

Yes, I’ll be (F#m7)on my (Em7)way,

I (G)won’t be (F#m7)back to (Em7)stay,

I want I guess I’ll move a long, I’m look in’ for a (D)good (A)time,

Sail on down the line.

Ain’t it half fun ny a how mile the time or can so, go and on a a don’t friends real say ly they wan told na me know so, a but it does n’t mat ter.

It was plain to see you see, that a time small af town ter time boy I like tried me a just to, a to was n’t your cup of tea.

It was wish ful think in’.

I gave you my (A7)heart a and I (D)tried to (D)make you (Bm7)hap py,

and you gave me (A7)noth in’ and in re turn.

You know, it ain’t so I know hard it’s a shame, to say, “Would you (D)please in’ just (D)go a (Bm7)way.”

(Dmaj7)Yeah, (Gmaj7)yeah.

I’ve thrown a (F#m7)way the (Em7)blues,

I’m (G)tired of (F#m7)be in’ (Em7)used,

I want ev er y one to know I’m look in’ for a (D)good (A)time,

(C)good (G)time,

(D)yeah.

whoa, oh, (Gmaj7)sail on,

(F#m7)hon ey,

good times

nev er (F#m7)felt so (Em7)good.

(Gmaj7)Sail on,

(F#m7)sug ar,

good times

nev er (F#m7)felt so (Em7)good.

(Gmaj7)Sail

on.

(Gmaj7)Sail

on.

Sail On by The Commodores — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sail On by The Commodores 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 "Sail On" 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 "Sail On"?
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.