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Now (C)I’ve (G)been (C)hap py late ly (F)think in’ a bout the (F)good things to come, and (G)I be (Am)lieve it could be.
Some thing (G)good (F)has be gun.
Oh.
(C)I’ve (G)been (C)smil in’ late ly (F)dream in’ a bout the (F)world things as one, and (G)I be (Am)lieve it could be.
Some day (G)it’s (F)goin’ to come.
’Cause (C)out (G)on the (C)edge of dark ness
there rides a peace (F)train.
Oh, peace (G)train (Am)take this coun try, come take me home a gain.
Now (C)I’ve (G)been (C)smil in’ late ly (F)think in’ a bout the good (F)things to come.
and (G)I be (Am)lieve it could be.
Some (G)thing good has be gun.
Oh, (C)peace (G7)train (C)sound in’ (G7)loud (C)er.
(F)glide (C)on the (F)peace train.
Come on the peace (F)train.
(C)Peace (G7)train (C)ho ly (G7)roll (C)er, (F)ev ’ry one (C7)jump up on the (F)peace train.
Come on now peace (F)train.
(C)Get (G)your (C)bags to geth er (F)go (C)bring your good (F)friends too.
Be (F)cause (G)it’s (Am)get tin’ near er it (G)soon will be (F)with you.
Oh (C)come (G)and (C)join the liv ing
it’s (C)not so far (F)from you.
(F)and (G)it’s (Am)get tin’ near er soon (G)it will (F)all be true.
Oh (C)Peace (G7)Train (C)sound ing (G7)loud (C)er (F)glide (C)on the (F)Peace Train
(F)oo
come (G)on now Peace (F)Train, Peace Train.
Now (C)I’ve (G)been cry (C)in’ late ly (F)think in’ a bout the (F)world as it is
why (G)must we (Am)go on hat ing why (G)can’t we live in (F)bliss.
’Cause (C)out (G)on the (C)edge of dark ness
there rides a (F)peace train.
Oh, peace (G)train (Am)take this coun try, come (G)take me (F)home a gain.
Oh (F)Come (G)on (Am)Peace Train
yes (G)it’s (Am)the (F)Peace (C)Train!
Peace Train — Simple Sheet Music
"Peace Train" 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 C, 160 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 “Peace Train”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Peace Train"?
- 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 "Peace Train" by Cat Stevens played in?
- Peace Train 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 "Peace Train"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Peace Train" 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 "Peace Train"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Peace Train"?
- "Peace Train" was originally performed by Cat Stevens. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Peace Train"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, C, C7, F, G, G7.
- What other songs by Cat Stevens can I play here?
- Try "MATTHEW AND SON", "WHERE DO THE CHILDREN PLAY", "WILD WORLD". 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 "Peace Train". Key of C, 160 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.