Other arrangements of On Your Way Down
Pick a learning view.
Sun rise,
sun set.
Since the be gin ning,
it has n’t changed yet.
Peo ple fly high,
be gin to lose sight.
You can’t see ver y clear ly
when you’re in flight.
It’s high (D7)time
that you found
the same (F7)peo ple you mis use on your way up, you might (E)meet up
on your way down.
Vin tage wines rise
from the year six ty two;
it’s your thing, it’s your thing, and sets and shines it the pleas es you.
You got to frown
when you cross ing town.
I You think it’s an hon like or
a just to have you a round.
It’s high (D7)time
that you found
the same (F7)peo ple you mis use on your way up, you might (E)meet up
on your way down.
Think the sun rise
from and sets for you, two;
but the same sun your rise and sets and shines for the poor folks, too.
You I don’t mind
when you turn ing ’round;
I my self would e ven like or
a lit tle high er ground.
round.
It’s high (D7)time
that you found
the same (F7)peo ple you walk on on your way up, you might (E)meet up
on your way down.
Think the
On Your Way Down — Simple Sheet Music
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"On Your Way Down" 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 A, 120 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 “On Your Way Down”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "On Your Way Down"?
- 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 "On Your Way Down" by Elvis Costello & Allen Toussaint played in?
- On Your Way Down is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "On Your Way Down"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "On Your Way Down" 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 Your Way Down"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "On Your Way Down"?
- "On Your Way Down" was originally performed by Elvis Costello & Allen Toussaint. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "On Your Way Down"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, A7, C, C7, D7, D9, E7, F7.
- What other songs by Elvis Costello & Allen Toussaint can I play here?
- Try "ALL THESE THINGS". 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 "On Your Way Down". Key of A, 120 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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