Born Free

by John Barry
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Lyrics

(C)Born free,

as free as the (C)wind blows,

as free as the (Em)grass grows, born (Dm7)free to (G7)fol low your (C)heart.

(C)Live free,

and beau ty sur (C)rounds

you,

the world still a (Em)stounds

you each (Dm7)free to (G7)fol low your (C)heart.

(Dm7)time you look at a (G)star.

(Dm)Stay

free,

where no walls di (Am)vide

you.

You’re free as the (A)roar ing tide, so (Fm6)there’s no need to (G)hide.

(C)Born

free,

and life is worth (C)liv

ing,

but on ly worth (Em)liv

ing ’cause (Dm7)you’re

(G7sus)born

(C)free.

Born Free — Simple Sheet Music

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"Born Free" 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 C, 100 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Born Free

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Born Free"?
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 "Born Free" by John Barry played in?
Born Free is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Born Free"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Born Free" 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 "Born Free"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Born Free"?
"Born Free" was originally performed by John Barry. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by John Barry can I play here?
Try "Born Free", "Born Free", "I Had A Farm In Africa (Main Title from Out Of Africa)". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
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 "Born Free". Key of C, 100 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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