Easy Money

by Billy Joel
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Lyrics

You don’t have to talk all night,

I’m a man who can’t say dance.

no.

If you’ve You don’t have to twist my vi arm, tion,

just point me where you want to go.

Take me to the ac tion, take me to the track, (Em)Take me to a par ty if they’re bet tin’ in the back.

I’ve been work (C7)count ing all my life, ing can’t af ford to wait, (D)let me call my wife so I can tell her I’ll be late.

I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

I could get (D)luck y,

oh, things could go (G)right.

(D)I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

May be this (D)one time,

Oh, may be to (G7)night.

You don’t have to try too hard,

I don’t need a song and dance.

no.

If you’ve I don’t need an in my y ta ness,

just if you’ve got a game of chance.

Take me to the ta bles, take me to the fights, (Em)run me like the num bers, if roll o me like the dice.

I’ve When Some (C7)count ing on a kill off, al ways count me in, (D)talk me in to los in’ just as long as I can win.

I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

I want the (D)good times,

oh, I nev er (G)had.

(D)I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

I want the (D)good life

Oh, I want it (G7)night.

(G)bad.

Eas (A)y (D)mon ey.

You say I (A)fool my self, but (Bm)bet ter me than be ing a fool for (G)some one else.

I got a (D)hot slot ma chine of a sys tem read y to go.

(C)Eas (A7)y (D)mon ey.

I got a (A)one track mind, and a (Bm)good rep u ta tion lay ing (G)on the line.

I’ll ei ther (D)come back a bum or a king, ba by, I don’t know.

(G)night.

Eas (A)y (D)(mon ey.) Oh, I don’t want no hard cash,

I just want the eas y (D)mon ey.

Oh,

I could get luck y.

(C)(Eas (A7)y) (D)(mon ey.) Oh, I don’t want no hard cash,

I just want the eas y (D)mon ey.

Oh,

I could get luck y.

(C)(Eas (A7)y) (D)mon ey!

Easy Money — Simple Sheet Music

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"Easy Money" 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 G, 144 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Easy Money”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Easy Money"?
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 "Easy Money" by Billy Joel played in?
Easy Money 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 "Easy Money"?
The arrangement plays at 144 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Easy Money" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Easy Money"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Easy Money"?
"Easy Money" was originally performed by Billy Joel. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Easy Money"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, A7, Bm, C, C7, D, Em, G, +1 more.
What other songs by Billy Joel can I play here?
Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". 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 "Easy Money". Key of G, 144 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.