Busted

by Johnny Cash
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Lyrics

My (C)bills are all due and the (C7)ba by needs shoes and I’m was (G7)bust ed.

Cot ton is down to a quar with ter a pound but I’m (C)bust ed.

I got my cow that went dry and a (C7)hen that won’t lay, a (F)big stack of bills that gets big ger each day.

The (G7)coun ty’s gon na haul ing my be long ings a way ’cause I’m (C)bust ed.

I (C)went to my broth er to (C7)ask for a loan ’cause I was (G7)bust ed.

I hate to beg like a dog with out his bone but I’m (C)bust ed.

I got The broth er said, “There ain’t a (C7)thing I can do; my (F)wife and my kids are all down with the flu; and (G7)I was just na think ing a bout call ing on you!

And I’m (C)bust ed.”

Well,

Busted by Johnny Cash

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Easy piano arrangement in the key of C at 102 BPM. Difficulty: easy. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

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About “Busted”

What key is "Busted" in?
"Busted" by Johnny Cash is in the key of C with a tempo of 102 BPM. Difficulty: easy.
Is "Busted" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.
Can I play "Busted" without reading sheet music?
Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
How long does it take to learn "Busted" on piano?
1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
What other songs by Johnny Cash can I play here?
Try "GOD'S GONNA CUT YOU DOWN", "IF YOU COULD READ MY MIND", "HELP ME". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.