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Lyrics
Freight train, freight train (A)run y so fast,
freight train, freight train (D)run so fast.
(F#7)Please don’t tell what my (G)train
I’m on, and they won’t (D)know what I’ve (G)route (A7)I’ve (D)gone.
When I’m dead and (A)in y my grave,
no more good times (D)here I’ll crave.
(F#7)Place the stones at old (G)head
and feet, and tell them (D)all that I’ve (G)gone (A7)to (D)sleep.
(D)by.
Freight Train — Simple Sheet Music
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"Freight Train" 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 D, 144 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 “Freight Train”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Freight Train"?
- 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 "Freight Train" by Elizabeth Cotten played in?
- Freight Train is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Freight Train"?
- The arrangement plays at 144 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Freight Train" 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 "Freight Train"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Freight Train"?
- "Freight Train" was originally performed by Elizabeth Cotten. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- 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 "Freight Train". Key of D, 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.