Dying To Live

by Edgar Winter
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You (A)know, I’ve (F#m)heard it said there’s (A7)beau ty

in dis (Dmaj7)tor tion

(C#)by (F#m)they’re some peo ple who’ve with (A7)drawn that some to (C#)find their heads.

And Now, they (F#m)say

that there is (A7)hu mor

in mis (D#)for tune.

You (C#7)know, I (B)won der if they’ll laugh when I am (A)dead.

Why (Bm)am (A)I (D)fight ing to live if I’m just (Bm7)liv ing to fight?

Why am I (E7)try ing to see

when there ain’t (D)noth ing in sight?

Why am I (A)try ing to give

when no one (Bm7)gives me a try?

Why am I (F#m)dy ing to (D)live if I’m just (E)liv ing to die?

You (A)know, some (F#m)peo ple say that (A7)val ues

are sub (Dmaj7)jec tive,

(C#)but (F#m)so just speak you’ll ing der (A7)words that some one (C#)else has said.

You so they (F#m)live

and fight and (A7)kill with

no ob (D#)jec tive.

Some (C#7)times it’s (B)hard to tell the liv ing from the (A)dead.

Why (Bm)am (A)I (D)fight ing to live if I’m just (Bm7)liv ing to fight?

Why am I (E7)try ing to see

when there ain’t (D)noth ing in sight?

Why am I (A)try ing to give

when no one (Bm7)gives me a try?

Why am I (F#m)dy ing to (D)live if I’m just (E)liv ing to die?

(E)read y to die.

Dying To Live — Simple Sheet Music

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"Dying To Live" 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, 62 BPM.

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

About “Dying To Live

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Dying To Live"?
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 "Dying To Live" by Edgar Winter played in?
Dying To Live 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 "Dying To Live"?
The arrangement plays at 62 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Dying To Live" 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 "Dying To Live"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Dying To Live"?
"Dying To Live" was originally performed by Edgar Winter. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Dying To Live"?
This arrangement uses 14 chords: A, A7, Bm, Bm7, C#7, C#aug, D, D#m7, +6 more.
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 "Dying To Live". Key of A, 62 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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