Body Like A Back Road

by Sam Hunt
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Lyrics

Got a girl from the south side, got braids in her (Dm)hair.

(Bb)First time I seen her (F)walk by, (C)man, I ’bout fell off (F)of my chair.

Had to get her (F)num ber.

It took me like (Dm)six weeks.

Now (Bb)me and her go (F)way back, like Cad il (F)lac seats.

Bod y like a (F)back road, (C)driv in’ with my (Dm)eyes closed.

I (Bb)know ev ’ry (F)curve like the (C)back of my (F)hand.

(CN.C.)Do in’ fif teen in a (F)thir ty, (C)I ain’t in no (Dm)hur ry.

I’m (Bb)gon’ take it (F)slow just as (C)fast as I (F)can.

The way she fit in them (F)blue jeans, she don’t need no (Dm)belt.

(Bb)But I can turn ’em (F)in side out, don’t need (F)no help.

Got hips like (F)hon ey,

so thick and so (Dm)sweet.

(Bb)There ain’t no (F)curves like hers on them down (F)town streets.

Bod y like a (F)back road, (C)driv in’ with my (Dm)eyes closed.

I (Bb)know ev ’ry (F)curve like the (C)back of my (F)hand.

(CN.C.)Do in’ fif teen in a (F)thir ty, (C)I ain’t in no (Dm)hur ry.

I’m (Bb)gon’ take it (F)slow just as (C)fast as I (F)can.

We’re out here in the (F)boon docks

with the breeze and the (Dm)birds,

(Bb)tan gled up in the (F)tall grass

with my lips (F)on hers.

On the high way to heav en, head ed south of her (Dm)smile.

(Bb)Get there when we (F)get there,

ev ’ry inch (F)is a mile.

Bod y like a

I’m gon’ take it slow

just as fast as I can.

Body Like A Back Road — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Body Like A Back Road" by Sam Hunt in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of Bb, 100 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with the key of B-flat, which only uses two flats but often intimidates newer players — you'll get comfortable with it fast here because the tempo is a relaxed 100 BPM and the four chords (Bb, C, Dm, F) sit nicely under your fingers.

Your left hand plays a block bass pattern, so focus on landing each root note cleanly and keeping it steady — that consistent pulse is what gives the song its laid-back, cruising feel.

The trickiest transition is moving between Bb and C, since they're right next to each other and it's easy to rush; practice that two-chord shift slowly, hands separate, until it feels automatic.

Once your left hand is locked in, layer in the right hand melody, which has a playful, slightly syncopated bounce — tap the rhythm on your leg before you play it on keys.

Loop the first four-bar phrase at around 70 BPM before bringing it up to speed.

This is the kind of song that'll make your I–II–iii–V movement feel effortless, and that confidence carries straight into dozens of other country and pop tunes.

About “Body Like A Back Road

Can I learn "Body Like A Back Road" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Body Like A Back Road" with hands-separate practice in Bb at 100 BPM.
What key is "Body Like A Back Road" by Sam Hunt played in?
Body Like A Back Road is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Body Like A Back Road"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Body Like A Back Road" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Body Like A Back Road"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Body Like A Back Road"?
"Body Like A Back Road" was originally performed by Sam Hunt. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Body Like A Back Road"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: Bb, C, Dm, F. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Sam Hunt can I play here?
Try "BREAK UP IN A SMALL TOWN", "HOUSE PARTY", "TAKE YOUR TIME". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Body Like A Back Road"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Body Like A Back Road" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Body Like A Back Road"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Body Like A Back Road" is in the key of Bb at 100 BPM.

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