Save Me, San Francisco

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I (G5)used to love the Ten der loin, ed; till I made some ten der coin.

(A5)ed.

Then I met some la dies from (D)Ma rin.

(D)We (G5)took the high way to the “1” er; up the coast to catch some sun.

(A5)They left me with these blis ters on (D)my (Dsus)skin.

I (G5)nev er Don’t know what I was on, but I think it grows in Or e gon.

(A5)So I kept on go ing, go ing, gone (D)right through.

I (Bm)drove in to Se at tle rain; (A)fell in love, then missed the train to that the (Gmaj7)could a took me right back home to (CN.C.)you.

I’ve been high,

I’ve been (G)low.

I’ve been (A)yes, and I’ve been, (D)oh, hell, no.

I’ve been rock ’n’ roll and (G)dis co; won’t you (A)save me, San Fran (D)cis co!

Ooh ooh ooh,

oh (G)oh,

ooh ooh (A)ooh ooh ooh ooh.

(G5)Ev ’ry day’s so caf fein at ed; I wish they were Gold en Gat (A5)ed.

Fill more could n’t feel more miles (D)a way.

(D)So, (G5)wrap me up, re turn to send er; let’s for get this five year bend (A5)er.

Take me to my cit y by (D)the (Dsus)Bay.

I (G5)nev er Don’t knew all that I had; now I Al ca traz don’t sound so bad.

(A5)At I least they’d have a hell a fine (D)Mer lot.

If (Bm)I could wish up on a star, (A)I would hitch a ca ble car to that the (Gmaj7)place that I can al ways call my (CN.C.)own.

I’ve been high,

I’ve been (G)low.

I’ve been (A)yes, and I’ve been, (D)oh, hell, no.

I’ve been rock ’n’ roll and (G)dis co; won’t you (A)save me, San Fran (D)cis co!

Ooh ooh ooh,

oh (G)oh,

ooh ooh (A)ooh ooh ooh ooh.

co!

I’ve been up, I’ve been (G)down.

I’ve been (A)so damn lost since you’re (D)not a round.

I’ve been reg gae and ca (G)lyp so; won’t you (A)save me, San Fran (D)cis co!

To tell you the truth,

I miss (D)ev ’ry thing, (A)ev ’ry thing.

It’s a wild, wide (G5)beau ti ful world, but there’s a (D)wide eyed girl back there, and she means (A5)ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing.

I’ve been (D)stop, I’ve been (G)go.

I’ve been (A)yes, co!

Ooh ooh ooh,

oh (G)oh.

Ooh ooh (A)ooh,

oh (D)oh.

Ooh ooh ooh,

oh (G)oh.

Won’t you (A)save me, San Fran (D)cis co!

Ooh ooh ooh,

oh (G)oh.

Ooh ooh (A)ooh,

oh (D)oh.

Ooh ooh ooh,

oh (G)oh.

Won’t you (A)save me, San Fran (D)cis co!

Ooh ooh ooh, co!

Save Me, San Francisco by Train — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Save Me, San Francisco” by Train 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 112 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 "Save Me, San Francisco" 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 "Save Me, San Francisco"?: 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 "Save Me, San Francisco" use?: Just 11 chords: A, Apow, Bm, C, D, Dpow, Dsus4, Em, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Train songs work for kids?: Try "BRUISES", "PLAY THAT SONG", "IF IT'S LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.