Burning Gold

by Christina Perri
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Lyrics

Look ing for an ex it in this world of fear,

I can see the path that leads the way.

Ma ma nev er left and Dad dy needs me here, (Em)I wish the wind would car ry a change.

Look ing through the win dow to a world of dreams,

I can see my fu ture slip a way.

Hon ey, you won’t get there if you don’t be lieve.

(Em)I wish the wind would car ry a change.

I’ve had e nough.

I’m stand ing up.

(Bm)I need, I need a change.

I’ve had e nough

of chas ing luck.

(D)I need, I need a change.

I’m set ting (G)fire to (Am)the life that I (Em)know.

Let’s start a (G)fire ev (Am)’ry where that we (Em)go.

We’re start (Am)ing fires,

we’re start (Bm)ing fires ’til our (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

’Til our (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

Look ing for my tick et to a high er place,

I can see my chance be gin to fade.

One ey, you step for ward and two back a gain, (Em)I wish the wind would car ry a change.

I’ve had e nough.

I’m stand ing up.

(Bm)I need, I need a change.

I’ve had e nough

of chas ing luck.

(D)I need, I need a change.

I’m set ting (G)fire to (Am)the life that I (Em)know.

Let’s start a (G)fire ev (Am)’ry where that we (Em)go.

We’re start (Am)ing fires,

we’re start (Bm)ing fires ’til our (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

’Til our (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

(G)Ooh,

look ing back I see I had the flame in me.

(Em)I’m the wind that’s car ry ing change.

I’ve had e nough

of chas ing luck.

(D)I need, I need a change.

I’m set ting (G)fire to (Am)the life that I (Em)know.

We start a (G)fire ev (Am)’ry where that we (Em)go.

We’re start (Am)ing fires,

we’re start (Bm)ing fires ’til our (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

I’m set ting (G)fire to (Am)the life that I (Em)know.

We start a (G)fire ev (Am)’ry where that we (Em)go.

We’re start (Am)ing fires,

we’re start (Bm)ing fires ’til our (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

I’m set ting (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

’Til our (Em)lives are (Bm)burn ing (C)gold.

Burning Gold — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Burning Gold" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of G, 95 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Burning Gold”

Where are the chord symbols for "Burning Gold" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Burning Gold" is in G.
What key is "Burning Gold" by Christina Perri played in?
Burning Gold is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Burning Gold"?
The arrangement plays at 95 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Burning Gold" 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 "Burning Gold"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Burning Gold"?
"Burning Gold" was originally performed by Christina Perri. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Burning Gold"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Am, B, Bm, C, D, Em, G.
What other songs by Christina Perri can I play here?
Try "A THOUSAND YEARS", "HUMAN", "Jar of Hearts". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Burning Gold" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Burning Gold" is in the key of G at 95 BPM.
What chords are in "Burning Gold"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of G, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.