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I can’t con trol tims this the (G6)flesh and blood
that’s wrapped a round my bones.
It moves be neath me like a (Bm)riv er
in to the (Em)great
un known.
I stepped on to
the (G6)mov ing stairs
be one fore more cus tom I could tie my of shoes.
Pried a harp out the fin gers of a (Bm)ren e gade
who lived and (Em)died
to the Gold the blues,
and his (A)prom ise made was (Bm)nev er clear.
It just carved it self in me.
I’ll All I saw was the frost ly in (Bm)side my hand
on the (G)night
he said
to me,
“Some day we’ll live
like hors es,
free rein
from your old iron fenc es.
There’s more ways than (G)one
to re gain your sens es.
Break out the stalls,
and we’ll live
like
(D)hors es.”
I can’t We’re trol tims of the (G6)heart break blood
that kept us short of breath,
It trapped a bove these blood less (Bm)streets er
with out a (Em)safe
ty net.
I stood in line
to (G6)join the tribe,
be one fore more cus tom er could tie my of shoes.
Claimed a spoke in the wheel gers of a (Bm)wag on train
who on the (Em)road
to the Gold en gate.
On the (A)flat, dry des ert, (Bm)I jumped ship.
It It just made sense to me.
I’ll spend too long in the bel ly in (Bm)of the beast,
on and (G)now
I shall
be free.
“Some day we’ll live
like hors es,
free rein
from your old iron fenc es.
There’s more ways than (G)one
to re gain your sens es.
Break out the stalls,
and we’ll live
like
(D)hors es.”
like
hors es.
Some day,
free rein
from your old iron fenc es.
There’s more ways than (G)one
to re gain your sens es.
Break out the stalls,
and we’ll live
like
(D)hors es.”
Live Like Horses — Simple Sheet Music
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"Live Like Horses" 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 D, 68 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 “Live Like Horses”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Live Like Horses"?
- 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 "Live Like Horses" by Elton John played in?
- Live Like Horses is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Live Like Horses"?
- The arrangement plays at 68 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Live Like Horses" 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 "Live Like Horses"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Live Like Horses"?
- "Live Like Horses" was originally performed by Elton John. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Live Like Horses"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, A7, Asus4, Bm, D, D6, Em, G, +1 more.
- What other songs by Elton John can I play here?
- Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". 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 "Live Like Horses". Key of D, 68 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.