Real Gone

by Sheryl Crow
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I’m A (D)mer i (F)can made, Bud a Light Chev (F)ro let.

My (D)ma ma (F)taught me (G)wrong from the right.

I was (D)born in (F)the south; some times I (D)have a (F)big (C)mouth.

When I (D)see some (F)thing that (G)I don’t be like,

I got ta say (D)it.

Well, we been (D)driv ing (F)this road for a might y (F)long time,

pay (D)ma ing (F)no mind (G)wrong to the signs.

Well, this (D)neigh bor (F)hood’s changed; it’s all been (D)have re (F)ar (C)ranged.

When We (D)left that (F)change that (G)some where be hind.

I got ta say (D)it.

Well, we been

Slow down, we’re (F)gon na crash.

Ba (C)by, you were scream in’ it’s a blast, blast, blast.

And look out, ba by, you got your (F)blind ers on.

Ev ’ry bod (C)y’s look ing for a way to get real gone, real (D)gone.

Real (D)gone.

But there’s a (D)new cat (F)in town, he’s got high paid (F)friends, thinks he’s (F)gon na (G)change his to ry.

You think you (D)know him (F)so well, yeah, you think he’s (F)so swell, but he’s just (D)per pet (F)u at (G)ing proph e cy.

Slow down, we’re (F)gon na crash.

Ba (C)by, you were scream in’ it’s a blast, blast, blast.

Look out, you got your (F)blind ers on.

Ev ’ry bod (C)y’s look ing for a way

to get real gone.

(F)Real (Dm)gone.

(F)Real (Dm)gone.

(F)Real (Dm)gone.

Well, you can (CN.C.)say what you want, but you can’t say it ’round here, ’cause they’ll catch you and give you a whip pin’.

Well, I be lieve I was right when I said you were wrong.

You did n’t like the sound of that,

now did ya?

Slow down, we’re (F)gon na crash.

Ba (C)by, you were scream in’ it’s a blast, blast, blast.

Look out, you got your (F)blind ers on.

Ev ’ry bod (C)y’s look ing for a way to get real gone.

Here I come, and I’m (F)so not scared; got my ped (C)al to the met al, got my hands in the air.

Look out, you take your (F)blind ers off.

Ev ’ry bod (C)y’s look ing for a way to get real gone, real (D)gone.

Get real (D)gone.

Ooh.

Real (D)gone.

Real gone.

Real Gone — Simple Sheet Music

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"Real Gone" 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 D, 100 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Real Gone

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Real Gone"?
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 "Real Gone" by Sheryl Crow played in?
Real Gone is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Real Gone"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Real Gone" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Real Gone"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Real Gone"?
"Real Gone" was originally performed by Sheryl Crow. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Sheryl Crow can I play here?
Try "STEVE McQUEEN", "MY FAVORITE MISTAKE", "REAL GONE". 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 "Real Gone". Key of D, 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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