Take It Easy

· by Eagles

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Lyrics

Well, I’m a (G)run nin’ down the road try’n’ to loos en my load, I’ve got sev en wom en on (D)my (C)mind,

four that wan na own me, who two that wan na stone me, one says she’s a friend of mine.

Take it eas

y,

take it eas

(G)y,

don’t let the (Am)sound of your own (C)wheels

drive you cra zy.

Light en up while you still can,

don’t e ven (C)try to un der stand,

just find a (Am)place to make your stand

and take it eas

y.

Well, I’m a (G)stand in’ on a cor ner in Wins low, Ar i zo na; it’s such a fine (D)sight to see.

It’s a girl, my Lord, in a flat bed Ford slow in’ (C)down to take a look at me.

Come on, ba by,

don’t say may be,

I got ta (Am)know if your sweet love

is gon na save

me.

We may lose

and we may (G)win,

but we will (C)nev er be here a gain,

so o pen (Am)up, I’m climb in’ in.

so take it eas

y.

Well, I’m a

Come on, (C)ba by,

don’t say (C)may

(G)be, I got ta (Am)know if your sweet love

is gon na (G)save

me.

Oh, we got it (G)eas

(C)y,

we ought a take it (G)eas

(C)y.

Take It Easy by Eagles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Take It Easy” by Eagles 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 100 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 "Take It Easy" 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 "Take It Easy"?: 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 "Take It Easy" use?: Just 7 chords: Am, Am7, C, D, Em, G, G9. Take it one section at a time.
What other Eagles songs work for kids?: Try "HEARTACHE TONIGHT", "NEW KID IN TOWN", "SAD CAFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.