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Pick a learning view.
Well, I (F)start ed (C)out
down a (F)dirt y (C)road.
(F)Start ed (C)out
(F)all a (C)lone.
And the (F)sun went (C)down
as I (F)crossed the (C)hill,
and the (C)town lit up,
and the (F)world got (C)still.
I’m (F)learn ing to (C)fly
but I (F)ain’t got (C)wings.
(F)Com ing (C)down
is the (F)hard est (C)thing.
Well, the (F)good ol’ (C)days
may I (F)not re (C)turn
and the (C)rocks might melt
and the (F)sea may (C)burn.
I’m (F)learn ing to (C)fly
but a (F)round the (C)clouds.
(F)What goes (C)up
is the (F)must come (C)down.
Well, the
Well, (F)some say (C)life
will (F)beat you (C)down
and (F)break your (C)heart,
when (F)steal your (C)crown.
So, I (F)start ed (C)out
for (F)God knows (C)where.
I (F)guess I’ll (C)know
when (F)I get (C)there.
So, I
I’m
I’m (F)learn ing to (C)fly
but I (F)ain’t got (C)wings.
(F)Com ing (C)down
is the (F)hard est (C)thing.
I’m (F)learn ing to (C)fly,
a (F)round the (C)clouds.
(F)What goes (C)up
(F)must come (C)down.
I’m (F)learn ing to (C)fly.
I’m (F)learn ing to (C)fly.
I’m (F)learn ing to (C)fly.
Learning To Fly — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners
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Learn "Learning To Fly" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of C, 110 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 “Learning To Fly”
- Can I play "Learning To Fly" without reading sheet music?
- Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Learning To Fly" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
- What key is "Learning To Fly" by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers played in?
- Learning To Fly 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 "Learning To Fly"?
- The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Learning To Fly" 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 "Learning To Fly"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Learning To Fly"?
- "Learning To Fly" was originally performed by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Learning To Fly"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: Am, C, F, G. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
- What other songs by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers can I play here?
- Try "HERE COMES MY GIRL", "DON'T DO ME LIKE THAT", "REFUGEE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Can a complete beginner play "Learning To Fly"?
- Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Learning To Fly" is simplified for beginners.
- Do I need to read music to play "Learning To Fly"?
- No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Learning To Fly" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.