Take It On The Run

by REO Speedwagon

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Lyrics

Heard it from a friend who

heard it from a friend who

heard it from an oth er you’ve been (C)mess ing a round.

They say you’ve got a boy friend,

you’re out late ev ’ry week end.

They’re talk in’ a bout you, and it’s bring in’ me down.

But I think know in’ up the your neigh bor hood, and talk is cheap tin’ when the sto ry is good,

and the tales you’re grow in’ tall er on you down the line.

But I’m tell feel in’ you, babe, If that I don’t think it’s true, babe.

And e ven if it is, keep this in mind: (G)gain.

You take it on the run, ba by.

If that’s the way you want it, ba by, then I don’t want you a round.

I don’t be lieve it,

not for a min ute.

You’re un der the gun, so you take it on the (D)run.

You’re I think know in’ up the your white bor lies.

and talk You’re put tin’ on your bed room is eyes.

and You say you’re com in’ home, er but you won’t say when.

But I can feel it com in’.

If you leave to night, keep run nin’.

And you need if it nev er look back a (G)gain.

You take it on the run, ba by.

If that’s the way you want it, ba by, then I don’t want you a round.

I don’t be lieve it,

not for a min ute.

You’re un der the gun, so you take it on the (D)run.

Heard it from a friend who

heard it from a friend who

heard it from an oth er you’ve been (C)mess ing a round.

Take It On The Run by REO Speedwagon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Take It On The Run by REO Speedwagon 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 152 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 On The 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 "Take It On The 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.