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I was (C7)ti red of my (F)la dy,
we’d been to (G)geth er too (C)long.
Like a (C7)worn out re (F)cord ing
of my (G)fa vor ite (C)song.
So while she (C7)lay there (F)sleep ing,
I read the (G)pa per in (C)bed.
And in the (C7)per son al (F)col umns,
there was a (G)let ter I (C)read:
If you like pi ña co (F)la das
and get ting (G)caught in the (C)rain,
if you’re (C7)not in to (F)yo ga,
if you (G)have half a (C)brain,
if you like (C7)mak ing love at (F)mid night
in the (G)dunes of the (C)Cape,
Then I’m the (C7)love that you’ve (F)looked for,
write to (G)me and es (C)cape.
I did n’t (C7)think a bout my (F)la dy,
we’d been to (G)geth er too (C)long.
Like a (C7)worn out re (F)cord ing
of my (G)fa vor ite (C)song.
So while she (C7)lay there (F)sleep ing,
I read the (G)pa per in (C)bed.
And in the (C7)per son al (F)col umns,
there was a (G)let ter I (C)read:
If you like pi ña co (F)la das
and get ting (G)caught in the (C)rain,
if you’re (C7)not in to (F)yo ga,
if you (G)have half a (C)brain,
if you like (C7)mak ing love at (F)mid night
in the (G)dunes of the (C)Cape,
Then I’m the (C7)love that you’ve (F)looked for,
write to (G)me and es (C)cape.
I did n’t (C7)think a bout my
If you like pi ña co (C)cape.
Escape (The Pina Colada Song) — Simple Sheet Music
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"Escape (The Pina Colada Song)" 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, 72 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Escape (The Pina Colada Song)”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)"?
- 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 (The Pina Colada Song)" by Rupert Holmes played in?
- Escape (The Pina Colada Song) 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 Pina Colada Song)"?
- The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)" 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 "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)"?
- "Escape (The Pina Colada Song)" was originally performed by Rupert Holmes. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Rupert Holmes can I play here?
- Try "ESCAPE". 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 (The Pina Colada Song)". Key of C, 72 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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