Other arrangements of Pretender
Pick a learning view.
I’m gon na (G)rent my self came a house
in the shade of the (C)free way.
Gon na (G)pack my lunch in the morn ing
and go to (D)work er’s er each day.
en (C)ing?
And when the (G)eve ning rolls time a round,
I’ll go on (G)home the end, and lay my bod y (C)down.
And when the (G)morn ing light comes stream ing (D)in, I’ll get up and do it a (C)gain.
(Am7)A (G)men.
Say it a gain.
(G)A (Am7)men.
I want to (G)know what be came of the es we wait ed for (C)love to
Were they (G)on ly the ful the dreams ors
of some each (D)great er’s paint a wak ber (C)dreams.
I’ve been a (G)ware of the time go ing
They say make (G)in the end, it’s the wink of an (C)eye.
And when the (G)morn ing light comes stream ing (D)in, you’ll get up and do it a (C)gain.
(Am7)A (G)men.
Say it a gain.
(G)A
(Am7)men.
I want to (G)men.
Caught be tween the (D)long ing for love and the (C)strug gle for the le gal ten der,
where the (C)si rens sing and the church bells ring and the (Em)junk man pounds his fend er,
where the (C)vet er ans
dream of the (G)fight,
fast a sleep at the traf fic light,
and the (A9)chil dren sol emn ly (A9)wait for the ice cream (D)ven dor,
(D)out in to the (C)cool of the eve ning
strolls the pre tend er.
He knows that (C)all his hopes and dreams
be gin and (G)end there.
Ah, the laugh Ah, of the lov ers as they through the night,
leav ing noth ing leav ing noth ing but to off and (Em)fight,
and tear at the (G)world with all their might
while the ships
bear ing their dreams sail out of sight.
I’m gon na
Get it up a gain.
I’m gon na be a (D)hap py id i ot and (D)strug gle for the le gal ten der,
where the (C)ads take aim and lay their claim to the (Em)heart and the soul of the spend er, and be lieve in what ev er may (G)lie
in those things
that mon ey can buy.
Thought true (A9)love
(A9)could have been a con tend er.
Are you (C)there?
Say a (D)prayer for the pre tend er
who start ed (C)out so young and strong on ly to sur ren der.
Say a prayer
for the pre tend er.
Are you there
for the pre tend er?
Say a prayer
for the pre tend er.
Are you there
for the pre tend er?
Pretender — Simple Sheet Music
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"Pretender" 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 G, 100 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 “Pretender”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Pretender"?
- 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 "Pretender" by Jackson Browne played in?
- Pretender is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Pretender"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Pretender" 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 "Pretender"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Pretender"?
- "Pretender" was originally performed by Jackson Browne. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Pretender"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: A9, Am7, B7, C, D, D#dim7, Em, G.
- What other songs by Jackson Browne can I play here?
- Try "FOUNTAIN OF SORROW", "DOCTOR, MY EYES". 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 "Pretender". Key of G, 100 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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