Kansas City

by Wilbert Harrison
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I’m go in’ to Kan sas Cit y, Kan sas Cit y here I come.

I’m go in’ to Kan sas Cit y, Kan sas Cit y here I (C7)come.

They got a (G7)cra zy way of lov in’ there and (F7)I’m gon na get me some.

I’m gon na be (C)stand in’ on the cor ner, leave at the Twelfth Street and Vine.

I’m gon na be (F7)stand in’ on the cor ner, leave at the Twelfth Street and Vine,

with my (G7)Kan sas Cit y ba by and a (F7)bot tle of Kan sas Cit y wine.

’Cause Well, I (C)might take a train, an, I (F7)might take a plane, got but (C)if I have to walk I’m (C7)goin’ just the same.

why I’m go in’ to Kan sas Cit y, Kan sas Cit y here I (C)come.

They got a (G7)cra zy way of lov in’ there and (F7)I’m gon na get me some.

I’m go in’ to (C)stand in’ Pack my clothes, ner, leave at the Twelfth crack of dawn.

I’m go ing to (F7)stand in’ pack my clothes, ner, leave at the Twelfth crack of dawn.

My old (G7)la dy will be sleep in’ an’ she (F7)won’t tle of know sas where I’m gone.

’Cause if I (C)stay with that wom an, I (F7)know I’m gon na got ta (C)find a brand new ba-by and (C7)that’s the rea son why I’m go in’ to Kan sas Cit y, Kan sas Cit y here I (C)come.

They got a (G7)cra zy way of lov in’ there and (F7)I’m gon na get me some.

I’m go in’ to

They got a (G7)cra zy way of lov in’ there and (F7)I’m gon na get me some.

Kansas City — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Kansas City" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 112 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Kansas City

Where are the chord symbols for "Kansas City" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Kansas City" is in C.
What key is "Kansas City" by Wilbert Harrison played in?
Kansas City 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 "Kansas City"?
The arrangement plays at 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Kansas City" 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 "Kansas City"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Kansas City"?
"Kansas City" was originally performed by Wilbert Harrison. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Wilbert Harrison can I play here?
Try "KANSAS CITY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Kansas City" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Kansas City" is in the key of C at 112 BPM.
What chords are in "Kansas City"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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