Marrakesh Express

by Crosby, Stills & Nash
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Lyrics

Look ing at the world through the (Dm)sun set in your eyes,

trav el ing the train through (Dm)clear Mo roc can skies.

(Em)Ducks and pigs and chick ens call, (A)an i mal car pet wall to wall, A (C)mer i can la dies five foot tall in (D)blue.

Sweep ing cob webs from the the (Dm)edg es of my mind,

had to get a way to (Dm)see what we could find.

(Em)Hope the days that lie a head (A)bring i us back to where they’ve led.

A (C)Lis i ten not to what’s been said to (D)blue.

(D)you.

Wouldn’t you know we’re rid ing on the (Am7)Mar ra kesh Ex press.

Wouldn’t you know we’re rid ing on the (Em)Mar ra kesh Ex press, they’re tak ing me to Mar ra kesh.

All on board

the train.

All on board

the train.

I’ve been sav in’ all my (G)mon ey just to take you there.

I smell the gar den in your (C)hair.

(D)home.

Oh, let me hear you now.

Wouldn’t you know we’re rid ing on the (Am7)Mar ra kesh Ex press.

Wouldn’t you know we’re rid ing on the (Em)Mar ra kesh Ex press, they’re tak ing me to Mar ra kesh.

Wouldn’t you know we’re rid ing on the (Am7)Mar ra kesh Ex press.

Wouldn’t you know we’re rid ing on the (Em)Mar ra kesh Ex press, they’re tak ing me to Mar ra kesh.

to Mar ra kesh.

All on board

the train.

All on board

the train.

All on board!

Marrakesh Express — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Marrakesh Express" by Crosby, Stills & Nash: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of C, 108 BPM.

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

About “Marrakesh Express”

What key is "Marrakesh Express" by Crosby, Stills & Nash played in?
Marrakesh Express 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 "Marrakesh Express"?
The arrangement plays at 108 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Marrakesh Express" 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 "Marrakesh Express"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Marrakesh Express"?
"Marrakesh Express" was originally performed by Crosby, Stills & Nash. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Marrakesh Express"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: A, Am, Am7, Bm, C, D, Dm, E7, +2 more.
What other songs by Crosby, Stills & Nash can I play here?
Try "SUITE: JUDY BLUE EYES", "CHICAGO", "CARRY ON". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Marrakesh Express" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Marrakesh Express" by Crosby, Stills & Nash. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Marrakesh Express" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in C, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Marrakesh Express" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.