Other arrangements of I Got A Name
Pick a learning view.
Like the pine trees (B)lin ing the wind ing road,
I’ve got a name;
I’ve got a name.
Like the sing ing bird and the croak ing (C#m)toad,
I’ve got a name:
I’ve got a name,
and I car ry it with me like my (E)dad dy did,
but I’m liv ing the dream where,
that he kept (B)hid.
(G#m)Mov in’ me down the high way,
(G#m)roll in’ me down the high way,
(A)mov in’ a head so life won’t pass me by.
Like the north wind (B)whis tl in’ down the sky,
I’ve got a song;
I’ve got a song.
Like the whip poor will and the ba by’s (C#m)cry,
I’ve got a song;
I’ve got a song,
and I car ry it with me and I (E)sing it loud;
if it gets ing me my way,
I’ll go there (B)proud.
(G#m)Mov in’ me down the high way,
(G#m)roll in’ me down the high way,
(A)mov in’ a head so life won’t pass me by.
And I’m gon na go there free.
(G#m)Mov in’ me down the high way,
(G#m)roll in’ me down the high way,
(A)mov in’ a head so life won’t pass me by.
I Got A Name — Simple Sheet Music
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"I Got A Name" 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 E, 80 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 “I Got A Name”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Got A Name"?
- 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 "I Got A Name" by Jim Croce played in?
- I Got A Name is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "I Got A Name"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Got A Name" 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 "I Got A Name"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Got A Name"?
- "I Got A Name" was originally performed by Jim Croce. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "I Got A Name"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, B, C#7, C#m, C#m7, E, F#7, G#, +1 more.
- What other songs by Jim Croce can I play here?
- Try "YOU DON'T MESS AROUND WITH JIM", "WORKIN' AT THE CAR WASH BLUES", "I'LL HAVE TO SAY I LOVE YOU IN A 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 "I Got A Name". Key of E, 80 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.