Other arrangements of I Run For Life
Pick a learning view.
It’s been years since they told her a bout it,
the (A5)dark ness her bod y pos sess’d.
And the scars are still there in the mir ror
ev ’ry (A5)day that she gets her self (B5)dressed.
Though the (C#5)pain is miles and miles be hind her
and the (A5)fear is now a do cile beast,
if you (A5)ask her why she is still run ning
she’ll (B5)tell you it makes her com plete.
I run for (E5)hope.
I run to feel.
I run for the (C#5)truth, for all (B5)that is (A5)real.
I run for your (E5)moth er, your sis ter, your (B5)wife.
I run for (C#5)you and me, my (B5)friend.
I run for life.
It’s a (E)blur since they told me a bout it,
how the (Asus2)dark ness had tak en its (E)toll.
And they cut in to my skin.
And they (F#m11)cut in to my bod y, but they will (Asus2)nev er get a piece of my (Bsus)soul.
And (C#m)now I’m still learn ing the les son
to a (Asus2)wake when I hear the call.
And if you (Asus2)ask me why I am still run ning,
I’ll (Bsus)tell you I run for us (B)all.
I run for
I run for life.
Oh,
oh,
oh,
oh,
oh,
oh,
oh,
oh.
And some (E5)day if they tell you a bout it,
if the (A5)dark ness knocks on your (E5)door,
re mem ber her.
(F#5)Re mem ber me.
(A5)We will be run ning as we have be fore.
Run ning for an swers.
(B5)Run ning for more.
I run for (E5)hope.
I run to feel.
I run for the (C#5)truth, for all (B5)that is (A5)real.
I run for your (E5)moth er, your sis ter, your (B5)wife.
ter, your I run for (C#5)you and me, my (B5)friend.
I run for (E5)hope.
I run to feel.
I run for the (C#5)truth, for all (B5)that is (A5)real.
I run for your (E5)moth er, your sis ter, your (B5)daugh ter, your wife, run for (C#5)you and me, my (B5)friend.
I run for (E5)life.
Oh,
oh,
I run for your (E5)moth er, your sis ter, your (B5)wife.
I run for (C#5)you and me, my (B5)friend.
I run for life.
I Run For Life — Simple Sheet Music
"I Run For Life" 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, 90 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 Run For Life”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Run For Life"?
- 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 Run For Life" by Melissa Etheridge played in?
- I Run For Life 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 Run For Life"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Run For Life" 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 Run For Life"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Run For Life"?
- "I Run For Life" was originally performed by Melissa Etheridge. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "I Run For Life"?
- This arrangement uses 14 chords: Apow, Asus2, B, Bpow, Bsus4, C, C#m, C#pow, +6 more.
- What other songs by Melissa Etheridge can I play here?
- Try "PIECE OF MY HEART", "MERRY CHRISTMAS, BABY", "I WANT TO COME OVER". 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 Run For Life". Key of E, 90 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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