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We got some thin’, we both (A)know it, we don’t talk (E)too much a bout it.
Ain’t no real be big were se cret, (E)all the same, some how, way we get a (F#m)round it.
Lis ten,
it don’t real ly mat ter to me, ba by, you be lieve y’s what you want to be lieve.
You see, you (F#m)don’t have (A)to live like a (E)ref u gee.
Some where, some thin’, how, both (A)some bod y must have (E)kicked you a round some.
Tell me why be you were want to (E)lay up, there, rev el way in your a (F#m)ban don.
Hon ey,
it don’t make no dif f’rence to me, ba by, ev ’ry bod y’s had to fight to be free.
You see, you (F#m)don’t have (A)to live like a (E)ref u gee.
No, ba by, you (F#m)don’t have (A)to live like a (E)ref u gee.
Ba by, we ain’t the first.
I’m sure a lot of oth er lov ers been burned.
Right now this seems real to you, but it’s (E)one of those things you got ta feel to be true.
Ba by, you (F#m)don’t have (A)to live like a (E)ref u gee.
Refugee — Simple Sheet Music
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"Refugee" 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, 116 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 “Refugee”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Refugee"?
- 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 "Refugee" by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers played in?
- Refugee 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 "Refugee"?
- The arrangement plays at 116 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Refugee" 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 "Refugee"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Refugee"?
- "Refugee" was originally performed by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Refugee"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: A, B7, D, E, F#m.
- What other songs by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers can I play here?
- Try "HERE COMES MY GIRL", "DON'T DO ME LIKE THAT", "MARY JANE'S LAST DANCE". 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 "Refugee". Key of A, 116 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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