Other arrangements of Born To Run
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Well, I nev er did crawl and I (D)nev er did (G)toe (D)the line.
No man is mas ter to me, I (G)ain’t that (D)kind.
I just (D)put in’ is dan g’rous my trav ’lin’ shoes.
If you wan you na win, vous, but you (G)just can’t (D)lose the time
makes or you stay be (A)hind.
Well, I was born to run,
to get a (D)head of the (A)rest.
And all that I (A)want ed was to (E)be the best.
Just to (D)feel (A)free
and (D)be some (A)one.
I was (D)born to be (A)fast.
I was (E)born to (A)run.
Well, I take er the chanc es, some (D)times er I’ve (G)made (D)mis takes.
But you get noth in’ un less you (G)take the (D)breaks.
I just (D)Liv in’ is dan g’rous as trav na mite.
Sure you makes you feel win, vous, but it (G)makes you (D)feel al right,
makes or you feel al (A)right.
Well, I was born to run,
to get a (D)head of the (A)rest.
And all that I (A)want ed was to (E)be the best.
Just to (D)feel (A)free
and (D)be some (A)one.
I was (D)born to be (A)fast.
I was (E)born to (A)run.
Well, I (A)run.
No bod y’s gon na make me do the (A)things (E)their (B)way.
By the time you fig ure it out, it’s (A)yes (E)ter (B)day.
Well, it (E)comes to he who waits I’m told.
But I don’t need it when I’m old and (F#)gray.
Yeah, I want it to (B)day.
Well, I was born to run,
to get a (E)head of the (B)rest.
And all that I (B)want ed was to (F#)be the best.
Just to (E)feel (B)free
and (E)be some (B)one.
I was (E)born to be (B)fast.
I was (F#)born to (B)run.
I was (E)born to run.
to get a (E)head of the (B)rest.
And all that I (B)want ed was to (F#)be the best.
Just to (E)feel (B)free
and (E)be some (B)one.
I was (E)born to be (B)fast.
I was (F#)born to (B)run.
I was (E)born to run.
(B)run.
Born To Run — Simple Sheet Music
"Born To Run" 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 A, 160 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 “Born To Run”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Born To Run"?
- 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 To Run" by Emmylou Harris played in?
- Born To Run is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Born To Run"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Born To 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 "Born To Run"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Born To Run"?
- "Born To Run" was originally performed by Emmylou Harris. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Born To Run"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: A, B, D, E, F#, G.
- What other songs by Emmylou Harris can I play here?
- Try "BOULDER TO BIRMINGHAM", "A LOVE THAT WILL NEVER GROW OLD", "ORPHAN GIRL". 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 To Run". Key of A, 160 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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