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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 — Piano Lead Sheet
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"Learning To Fly" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. 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”
- Where are the chord symbols for "Learning To Fly" 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. "Learning To Fly" is in C.
- 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.
- Does "Learning To Fly" 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. "Learning To Fly" is in the key of C at 110 BPM.
- What chords are in "Learning To Fly"?
- 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.