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We don’t smoke mar i jua na if a in Mus ko gee,
and we don’t take our trips on L.
S.
(Bb7)D.
and we don’t burn our draft cards down on Main Street,
but the we like liv ing right and be ing (Eb)free.
And I’m proud to be an O kie from Mus ko gee;
a place where e ven squares can have a ball.
We still wave Ol’ Glo ry down at the Court House,
white light ning’s still the big gest thrill of all.
Leath er We don’t make mar a par ty if a out of lov ing,
but we like hold ing hands and pitch ing (Bb7)woo.
and We don’t let our hair grow long and shag gy
like the hip pies out in San Fran cis co (Eb)do.
And I’m proud to be an O kie from Mus ko gee;
a place where e ven squares can have a ball.
We still wave Ol’ Glo ry down at the Court House,
white light ning’s still the big gest thrill of all.
Leath er
Okie From Muskogee — Simple Sheet Music
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"Okie From Muskogee" 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 Ab, 180 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 “Okie From Muskogee”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Okie From Muskogee"?
- 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 "Okie From Muskogee" by Merle Haggard played in?
- Okie From Muskogee is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Okie From Muskogee"?
- The arrangement plays at 180 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Okie From Muskogee" 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 "Okie From Muskogee"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Okie From Muskogee"?
- "Okie From Muskogee" was originally performed by Merle Haggard. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Okie From Muskogee"?
- This arrangement uses 2 chords: Bb7, Eb. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
- What other songs by Merle Haggard can I play here?
- Try "IF WE MAKE IT THROUGH DECEMBER", "BIG CITY", "Okie From Muskogee". 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 "Okie From Muskogee". Key of Ab, 180 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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