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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 — Simple Sheet Music
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"Escape" 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 C, 70 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Escape”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Escape"?
- 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 "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.
- 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 "Escape". Key of C, 70 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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