Look Out Any Window

by Bruce Hornsby
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Lyrics

There’s a man work ing in a field,

sees the rain and it’s (F#m)burn ing.

He’s say ing this can’t be real,

as he sees the col or of the fields ting (F#m)turn ing.

(B)Far a (F#)way, the (B)men man too bus y get ting (E)rich to care,

(B)close their (F#)eyes and (B)let it (F#m7)all (B)out in (E6)to the air,

say they’ll (F#sus)hop in’ no bod y else would care.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow,

look (B)out an y (E)o pen door.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow.

See what’s go in’ on in the air a round you.

There’s a man work ing on a boat,

pull ing lines from the (F#m)wa ter.

Just try ing to stay a float;

fill he ing the nets or is the get ting (F#m)hard er.

(B)Far a (F#)way, they (B)bend man the rules ers so them (E)se cret ly,

(B)close their (F#)eyes and (B)let it (F#m7)all (B)out in (E6)to the sea,

say they’ll (F#sus)hop in’ no bod y else would see.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow,

look (B)out an y (E)o pen door.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow.

See what’s go in’ on in the air a round you.

in the air a round you.

in the air a round you.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)big boys (B)tell in’ you (F#m7)ev ’ry thing (E)they’re gon na do.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)fat cat (B)build er man (F#m7)turn ing this in (E)to a waste land.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)back room (B)boys that say the (F#m7)smoke is gon (E)na blow a way.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)men who say (B)it’s o kay (F#m7)sit tin’ in a build (E)ing far a way.

Look Out Any Window — Simple Sheet Music

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"Look Out Any Window" 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 E, 90 BPM.

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

About “Look Out Any Window

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Look Out Any Window"?
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 "Look Out Any Window" by Bruce Hornsby played in?
Look Out Any Window is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Look Out Any Window"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Look Out Any Window" 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 "Look Out Any Window"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Look Out Any Window"?
"Look Out Any Window" was originally performed by Bruce Hornsby. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Look Out Any Window"?
This arrangement uses 17 chords: A, B, D, D6, Dsus2, E, E6, Em7, +9 more.
What other songs by Bruce Hornsby can I play here?
Try "Mandolin Rain", "MANDOLIN RAIN", "THE VALLEY ROAD". 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 "Look Out Any Window". Key of E, 90 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.

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