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(Dmaj7)Stuck in side these four walls,
(G6)sent in side for ev er,
(Dmaj7)nev er see ing no one
(G)nice a gain
(A)like (G)you,
(Gm6)ma ma,
(G)you,
(Gm6)ma ma,
(Dmaj7)you.
If I ev er get out of here thought of giv ing it all a way to a reg is tered char i ty.
All I need is a pint a day if I (Am)ev er get out of here, (if we ev er get out of here.)
Well, the (C)rain ex plod ed with a (Fmaj7)might y crash as we fell in to the sun,
and the first one said ing to the (Fmaj7)sec ond one there for I hope you’re hav ing fun.
(G)Band
on the run,
(Em)band
(C)on the run;
and the (F)jail er man
and (C)Sail or Sam
were (F)search ing ev ’ry (Fmaj7)one
(CN.C.)for the (C)band on the run,
band on the run,
band on the run,
band on the run.
Well, the (C)un der tak er drew a (Fmaj7)heav y sigh see ing no one else had come,
and a bell was ring ing in the (Fmaj7)vil ond lage square but the rab bits on the run.
on the run,
(Em)band
(C)on the run;
and the (F)coun ty judge
who (C)held a grudge
will (F)search for ev er (Fmaj7)more
(CN.C.)for the (C)band on the run,
band on the run,
band on the run,
band on the run.
Well, the band on the run.
Band On The Run — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners
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Learn "Band On The Run" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of D, 90 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Band On The Run”
- Can I play "Band On The Run" without reading sheet music?
- Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Band On The Run" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
- What key is "Band On The Run" by Paul McCartney & Wings played in?
- Band On The Run is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Band On The Run"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Band On The Run" 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 "Band On The Run"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Band On The Run"?
- "Band On The Run" was originally performed by Paul McCartney & Wings. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Band On The Run"?
- This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, Am, C, D, D6, Dmaj7, Dmaj9, Em, +5 more.
- What other songs by Paul McCartney & Wings can I play here?
- Try "SILLY LOVE SONGS", "LIVE AND LET DIE", "UNCLE ALBERT/ADMIRAL HALSEY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Can a complete beginner play "Band On The Run"?
- Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Band On The Run" is simplified for beginners.
- Do I need to read music to play "Band On The Run"?
- No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Band On The Run" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.
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