On The Radio

by Donna Summer
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Lyrics

Some one found a let ter you wrote me on the (Dmaj7)ra di o,

and they told the world just how you felt.

When It (Gmaj7)must have fall en out of a hole in your old brown o ver coat;

they (Am7)nev er said your name but I knew just who they meant.

Whoa,

I was so sur prised and shocked and I (Dmaj7)won dered, too

if by chance you heard while it for your self?

(Dmaj7)heart.

I (Gmaj7)nev er told a soul er just how I’ve been feel in’ (Cmaj7)o ver you,

but they (Am7)said it real ly loud, they said it on the air on the (Em)ra di o,

Whoa

on the (Em)ra di o,

Whoa

on (D)the (Em)ra di o,

Whoa

on (D)the (Em)ra di o,

Whoa

Now, (D)now

don’t it kind of strike

you sad when you hear our song?

then

Things are not you the same since we broke up last (Dmaj7)June.

’Cause now The on ly thing that I wan na hear is that you (Cmaj7)love me still,

He and that you think you’ll be com in’ home real soon.

Whoa

Yeah, it kind a made me feel proud when I heard him say

you could n’t find the words

to say it your self.

And (Gmaj7)now in my heart

I know I can say what I (Cmaj7)real ly feel

’cause they (Am7)said it real ly loud, they said it on the air, on the (Em)ra di o.

Whoa

on the (Em)ra di o,

Whoa

on the (Em)ra di o,

Whoa

on the (Em)ra di o.

Whoa

on the (Em)ra di (CN.C.)o.

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On The Radio — Piano Lead Sheet

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"On The Radio" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of E, 72 BPM.

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

About “On The Radio”

Where are the chord symbols for "On The Radio" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "On The Radio" is in E.
What key is "On The Radio" by Donna Summer played in?
On The Radio 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 "On The Radio"?
The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "On The Radio" 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 "On The Radio"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "On The Radio"?
"On The Radio" was originally performed by Donna Summer. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "On The Radio"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, Am, Am7, B7, Bm7, C, Cmaj7, D, +5 more.
What other songs by Donna Summer can I play here?
Try "BAD GIRLS", "MacARTHUR PARK", "SHE WORKS HARD FOR THE MONEY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "On The Radio" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "On The Radio" is in the key of E at 72 BPM.
What chords are in "On The Radio"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of E, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.