Take It To The Limit

by Eagles

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Lyrics

All a (C)lone at the end of the (F)eve ning,

and the (C)bright lights have fad ed to (F)blue.

I was (C)think ing ’bout a (E7)wom an who might have (Am)loved me, and I nev er (G)knew.

You know I’ve (G)al ways been a (C)dream er

(spent my life (F)run ning ’round), and it’s so hard to (C)change

(can’t seem to (F)set tle down); but the dreams I’ve seen be (Dm)late ly

keep on turn ing out and (F)burn ing out and (G)turn ing out the (F)same.

So (F)put me on a (C)high way

and (F)show me a (C)sign,

and (F)take it to the (G)lim it one more (C)time.

You can (C)spend all your time mak ing (F)mon ey,

you can (C)spend all your love mak ing (F)time.

If it (C)all ing fell to (E7)piec es who might to (Am)mor row, would you still be (G)mine?

And when you’re (G)look ing for your (C)free dom

(no bod y (F)seems to care), and you can’t find the (C)door

(can’t find it (F)an y where), when there’s noth ing to be (Dm)lieve in

still you’re com ing back, you’re (F)run ning back, you’re (G)com ing back for (F)more.

So (F)put me on a (C)high way

and (F)show me a (C)sign,

and (F)take it to the (G)lim it one more (C)time.

You can (Am)time.

(F)Take it to the (G)lim it,

(F)take it to the (G)lim it,

(F)take it to the (G)lim it one more (C)time.

(F)Take it to the (G)lim it,

(F)take it to the (G)lim it,

(F)take it to the (G)lim it one more (C)time.

(C)time

Take It To The Limit by Eagles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Take It To The Limit” 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 C at 104 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 To The Limit" 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 To The Limit"?
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.