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There It’s al right if you (Am)love me.
It’s (G)al right if you (Am)don’t.
(Am)I’m not (G)a fraid of you (G)run ning a way hon do.
ey, (Am)I get the feel ing you (Fmaj7)won’t.
There It’s al sense in pre (Am)tend ing.
Your (G)eyes give you a (Am)way.
(Am)Some thing (G)in side you is (G)feel ing like way hon do.
ey, (Am)We’ve said all there is to (Fmaj7)say.
(G7)Ba by, break (G)down.
(F)Go a head give it to me.
Break (G)down, hon ey, take me through (G)the night.
Break (G)down, now I’m (F)stand in’ here, (G)can’t you see?
Break (G)down, it’s all (Fmaj7)right,
it’s all (Fmaj7)right,
it’s all (Am)right.
Breakdown — Simple Sheet Music
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"Breakdown" 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, 110 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.
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About “Breakdown”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Breakdown"?
- 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 "Breakdown" by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers played in?
- Breakdown 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 "Breakdown"?
- The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Breakdown" easy to play on piano?
- This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
- Can I download sheet music for "Breakdown"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Breakdown"?
- "Breakdown" was originally performed by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Breakdown"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: Am, F, Fmaj7, G, G7.
- What other songs by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers can I play here?
- Try "HERE COMES MY GIRL", "DON'T DO ME LIKE THAT", "REFUGEE". 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 "Breakdown". Key of C, 110 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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