Other arrangements of Breakaway
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Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah.
Dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah, dah.
Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah.
Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah.
Dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah, dah.
Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah.
Grew up in a (G)small town and when the rain would (Fsus2)fall down, I’d just (G)stare out my (Fsus2)win dow.
Dream in’ of what (G)could be and if I’d end up (Fsus2)hap py.
(Am)I (G)would (Fmaj7)pray.
Try ing hard to (G)reach out but when I tried to (Fsus2)speak out, felt like (G)no one could (Fsus2)hear me.
Want ed to be (G)long here but some thing felt so (Fsus2)wrong here.
(Am)So (G)I’d (Fsus2)pray.
I could (Am7)break (G)a (D)way.
(C)I’ll spread my wings and I’ll (G)learn how to fly.
I’ll (Am)do what it takes ’til (Fsus2)I touch the sky.
I’ll make a wish.
Take a chance.
Make a change and (Am)break (G7)a (Fsus2)way.
(C)Out of the dark ness and (G)in to the sun.
But (Am)I won’t for get all the ones that I love.
I I’ll ta take a risk.
Take a chance.
Make a change and (Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way.
Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah.
Dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah, dah.
Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah.
(Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way.
(G)Build ing with a hun dred floors.
Swing ing ’round re (Fsus2)volv ing doors.
May be I don’t know where they’ll (C6)take (Fsus2)me.
But, got ta keep mov in’ on, (C5)mov in’ on.
Fly a (D)way, break a (F5)way.
(C)I’ll spread my wings and I’ll (G)learn how to fly.
(Am)Though it’s not eas y to tell you good bye, got ta take a risk.
Take a chance.
Make a change and (Am)break (G7)a (Fsus2)way.
(C)Out of the dark ness and (G)in to the sun.
But (Am)I won’t for get the (Fsus2)place I come from.
I got ta take a risk.
Take a chance.
Make a change and (Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way,
(Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way,
(Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way.
Breakaway — Simple Sheet Music
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"Breakaway" 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, 120 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 “Breakaway”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Breakaway"?
- 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 "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson played in?
- Breakaway 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 "Breakaway"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Breakaway" 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 "Breakaway"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Breakaway"?
- "Breakaway" was originally performed by Kelly Clarkson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Breakaway"?
- This arrangement uses 13 chords: Am, Am7, C, C6, Cped, D, F, Fmaj7, +5 more.
- What other songs by Kelly Clarkson can I play here?
- Try "MISS INDEPENDENT", "A MOMENT LIKE THIS", "ANYTIME". 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 "Breakaway". Key of A, 120 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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