Run Rudolph Run

by Chuck Berry
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Lyrics

(F7)Out of all the rein deer, you know you’re the mas ter mind.

Run, run, Ru dolph, Ran dolph ain’t too far be hind.

Run, run, Ru dolph, (F7)San ta’s got ta make it to town.

(F7)San ta, make him hur ry, tell him he can take the free way down.

Run, run, Ru dolph, ’cause I’m reel in’ like a mer ry go round.

Said San ta to a boy, “Child, what have you been long ing for?”

“A (F7)“All I want for Christ mas is a rock ’n’ roll e lec tric gui tar.”

And then a (G7)way went Ru dolph, whiz zin’ like a shoot ing star.

Run, run, Ru dolph, San ta’s got ta make it to town.

(F7)San ta, make him hur ry, tell him he can take the free way down.

Run, run, Ru dolph, reel in’ like a mer ry go round.

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Run Rudolph Run — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Run Rudolph Run" by Chuck Berry: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of C, 152 BPM.

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

About “Run Rudolph Run”

What key is "Run Rudolph Run" by Chuck Berry played in?
Run Rudolph Run 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 "Run Rudolph Run"?
The arrangement plays at 152 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Run Rudolph Run" 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 "Run Rudolph Run"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Run Rudolph Run"?
"Run Rudolph Run" was originally performed by Chuck Berry. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Run Rudolph Run"?
This arrangement uses 3 chords: C7, F7, G7. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Chuck Berry can I play here?
Try "NO PARTICULAR PLACE TO GO", "Nadine (Is It You)", "No Particular Place To Go". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Run Rudolph Run" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Run Rudolph Run" by Chuck Berry. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Run Rudolph Run" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in C, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Run Rudolph Run" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.