A Pirate's Life

by Oliver Wallace & Ed Penner
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(D7)Oh, a (G)pi rate’s (C)life is a (G)won der ful life, a (A7)rov ing o ver the (D)sea.

Give me ry a ca reer as (Am7)Buc ca (D7)neer, it’s the (G)life of a (D7)pi rate for (G)me!

(D7)Oh!

The (G)life of a (D7)pi rate for (G)me!

(D7)Oh, a (G)pi rate’s (C)life is a (G)won der ful life, with (A7)out a care to be (D)hold.

You car ry a gun and a (Am7)jug of (D7)rum and your (G)pock ets are (D7)load ed with (G)gold!

(D7)Oh!

Your (G)pock ets are (D7)load ed with (G)me!

(G)gold!

(D7)Oh, a (G)pi rate’s (C)life is a (G)won der ful life, you (A7)find ad ven ture and (D)sport.

But your (E7)live ev ’ry min ute for (Am7)all that’s (D7)in it, the (G)life of a (D7)pi rate is (G)short!

(D7)Oh!

The (G)life of a (D7)pi rate is (G)short!

(D7)Oh, a (G)pi rate’s (C)life is a (G)won der ful life, but (A7)not for ev er they (D)say.

When your (E7)neck’s in a noose and you (Am7)can’t get (D7)loose, for the (G)life of a (D7)pi rate you’ll (G)pay!

(D7)Oh!

The (G)life of a (D7)pi rate you’ll (G)short!

(G)pay!

A Pirate's Life — Simple Sheet Music

"A Pirate's Life" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 138 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “A Pirate's Life

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "A Pirate's Life"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "A Pirate's Life" by Oliver Wallace & Ed Penner played in?
A Pirate's Life is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "A Pirate's Life"?
The arrangement plays at 138 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "A Pirate's Life" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "A Pirate's Life"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "A Pirate's Life"?
"A Pirate's Life" was originally performed by Oliver Wallace & Ed Penner. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "A Pirate's Life"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: A7, Am7, C, D, D7, E7, G.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "A Pirate's Life". Key of G, 138 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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