Other arrangements of Run
Pick a learning view.
If there’s a plane or a bus leav in’ Dal las,
I hope you’re on it.
If (D)there’s a train mov in’ fast down the tracks,
I hope you caught it.
’Cause (D)I swear out there ain’t (Bm)where
you ought a be.
So (D)catch a ride, catch a cab and don’t you know I miss you bad.
But (D)don’t you walk to me.
(D)Ba by, (Bm)run,
(G)cut a path a cross the blue skies,
straight in a straight line, you can’t (D)get here fast e nough.
Find a truck and fire it up, lean on the gas and off the clutch.
Leave (A)Dal las in the dust.
I need you in a rush.
So, ba by, run.
If (D)you ain’t got a suit case, get a box or an old brown (D)pa per sack.
(A)Pack it light or pack it heav y.
Take a truck, take a Chev y, ba by, just come back.
There’s a short cut to the high way out of town.
Why don’t you take it?
Don’t (D)let that (D)speed lim it (D)slow you down,
go on and break it.
(D)Ba by, (Bm)run,
(G)cut a path a cross the blue skies,
straight in a straight line, you can’t (D)get here fast e nough.
Find a truck and fire it up, lean on the gas and off the clutch.
Leave (A)Dal las in the dust.
I need you in a rush.
So, ba by, run.
(D)Ba by, run.
Oh, ba by, run.
Ba by, run.
Oh, ba by, run.
Ba by, run.
Run — Simple Sheet Music
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"Run" 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, 80 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 “Run”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Run"?
- 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 "Run" by George Strait played in?
- Run 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 "Run"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Run" 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 "Run"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Run"?
- "Run" was originally performed by George Strait. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Run"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, D, Em9, Emin, G.
- What other songs by George Strait can I play here?
- Try "I CROSS MY HEART", "LOVE WITHOUT END, AMEN", "THE BREATH YOU TAKE". 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 "Run". Key of D, 80 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.