Lodi

by Creedence Clearwater Revival
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Lyrics

(Bb)Just a bout a year a go, hound; well, I’ll I set out out on the road,

seek ing my (Bb)fame and for tune

must and (Eb)look ing for a pot of gold.

Well, (Bb)things got bad,

and (Gm)things got worse; I (Eb)guess you they know the tune.

Oh Lord,

(F)stuck in Lo di a gain.

I (Bb)rode in from the on the Grey hound;

well, I’ll be walk ing was if I go.

I was just (Bb)pass ing through; tions;

must be (Eb)sev en for of months or more.

I (Bb)ran out of and (Gm)mon ey; stand; I (Eb)looks like my took my friends.

Oh Lord,

(F)stuck in Lo di a gain.

I

The (Bb)man in from the mag a zine hound;

well, I’ll be said I was on my way.

Some where, I (Bb)lost con nec tions;

must I (Eb)ran out for of songs to play.

I (Bb)came in to a (Gm)one night stand; I (Eb)looks like my plans fell through.

Oh Lord,

(F)stuck in Lo di a gain.

I

The

If I on ly had a dol lar

for (F)ev ’ry song I’ve sung,

ev ’ry time I (Am)had to play while (F)peo ple sat there drunk,

you (C)know I’d (C)catch the next train

(F)back to where I live.

Oh Lord,

I’m (G)stuck in Lo di a gain.

Oh Lord,

I’m (G)stuck in Lo di a gain.

Lodi — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Lodi" 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 Bb, 100 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Lodi”

Can I play "Lodi" 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 "Lodi" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Lodi" by Creedence Clearwater Revival played in?
Lodi 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 "Lodi"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Lodi" 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 "Lodi"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Lodi"?
"Lodi" was originally performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Lodi"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Am, Bb, C, Eb, F, G, Gm.
What other songs by Creedence Clearwater Revival can I play here?
Try "HEY, TONIGHT", "SUSIE-Q", "FORTUNATE SON". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Lodi"?
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. "Lodi" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "Lodi"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Lodi" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.