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Rid in’ down the high way,
go in’ to a show,
stop in all in’ the by ways,
play in’ rock ’n’ roll.
Get tin’ robbed,
get tin’ stoned,
get tin’ beat up, bro ken bones.
Get tin’ had,
get tin’ took,
I tell you, folks, it’s hard er than it looks.
It’s a long way to the (Ab)top if you (Eb)wan na rock ’n’ (Bb5)roll.
It’s a long way to the (Ab)top if you (Eb)wan na rock ’n’ (Bb5)roll.
If you think it’s eas y do in’ one night stands,
try play in’ in a rock ’n’ roll band.
It’s a (Ab)long way to the (Eb)top if you wan na rock ’n’ (Bb5)roll.
It’s a (Ab)long way to the (Eb)top if you wan na rock ’n’ (Bb5)roll.
It’s a (Ab)long way to the (Eb)top if you wan na rock ’n’ (Bb5)roll.
It’s a (Ab)long way to the (Eb)top if you wan na rock ’n’ (Bb5)roll.
Well, it’s a long way,
it’s a long way,
it’s a long way,
it’s a long way.
It's A Long Way To The Top — Simple Sheet Music
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"It's A Long Way To The Top" 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 Bb, 130 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 “It's A Long Way To The Top”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "It's A Long Way To The Top"?
- 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 "It's A Long Way To The Top" by AC/DC played in?
- It's A Long Way To The Top is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "It's A Long Way To The Top"?
- The arrangement plays at 130 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "It's A Long Way To The Top" 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 "It's A Long Way To The Top"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "It's A Long Way To The Top"?
- "It's A Long Way To The Top" was originally performed by AC/DC. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "It's A Long Way To The Top"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: Ab, Bb, Bbpow, Eb. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
- What other songs by AC/DC can I play here?
- Try "THUNDERSTRUCK", "BACK IN BLACK", "DIRTY DEEDS DONE DIRT CHEAP". 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 "It's A Long Way To The Top". Key of Bb, 130 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.