Escape

by Rupert Holmes
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Lyrics

I was ti red of my (F)la dy,

we’d been to (F6)geth er too long.

I Like a worn out re cord ing

have of my fa vor ite same old dull rou tine.

So while she lay to there (F)sleep ing

I read the (F6)pa per in bed.

And in the (C9)per son al col umns,

there was this (F6)let ter I read:

If you like (C9)pi ña co (F)la das

and get ting (F6)caught in the (Cmaj7)rain,

if you’re (C9)not in to (F)yo ga,

if you (F6)have half a (Cmaj7)brain,

if you like (C9)mak ing love at (F)mid row night

in the (F6)dunes (Cmaj7)of the (Cmaj7)Cape,

then I’m the (C9)love that you’ve (F)looked for,

write to (F6)me and es (Cmaj7)cape.

I did n’t think a bout my (F)la dy,

I know I (F6)sound kind of mean.

I But me and my old la dy

I fal len in to the same old dull rou tine.

It So I wrote love the (F)pa per,

took out a (F6)per son al ad.

And though I’m (C9)no bod y’s po et,

I thought it (F6)was n’t half bad.

Yes, I like (C9)pi ña co (F)la das

and get ting (F6)caught in the (Cmaj7)rain.

I’m not (C9)much in to (F)health food,

I am (F6)in to cham (Cmaj7)pagne.

I’ve got to (C9)meet you by to (F)mor row noon,

and cut (F6)through (Cmaj7)this red (Cmaj7)tape

then at a (C9)bar called O’ (F)Mal ley’s

where we’ll (F6)plan our es (Cmaj7)cape.

I So I wait ed with high

If you like pi ña co (F)la das

and get ting (F6)caught in the (Cmaj7)rain,

if you’re (C9)not in to (F)yo ga,

if you (F6)have half a (Cmaj7)brain,

if you like (C9)mak ing love at (F)mid night

in the (F6)dunes (Cmaj7)of the (Cmaj7)Cape,

I’m the (C9)love that you’ve (F)looked for,

write to (F6)me and es (Cmaj7)cape.

Yes, I like (C9)pi ña co (F)la das

and get ting (F6)caught in the (Cmaj7)rain,

if you’re (C9)not in to (F)yo ga,

if you (F6)have half a (Cmaj7)brain,

if you like (C9)mak ing love at (F)mid night

in the (F6)dunes (Cmaj7)of the (Cmaj7)Cape,

I’m the (C9)love that you’ve (F)looked for,

write to (F6)me and es (Cmaj7)cape.

Yes, I like (C9)pi ña co (Cmaj7)cape.

Escape — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Escape" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 70 BPM.

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

About “Escape

Where are the chord symbols for "Escape" 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. "Escape" is in C.
What key is "Escape" by Rupert Holmes played in?
Escape 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 "Escape"?
The arrangement plays at 70 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Escape" 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 "Escape"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Escape"?
"Escape" was originally performed by Rupert Holmes. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Escape"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: C9, Cmaj7, Dm7, F, F6, Fmaj7, G7.
What other songs by Rupert Holmes can I play here?
Try "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Escape" 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. "Escape" is in the key of C at 70 BPM.
What chords are in "Escape"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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