Sail On

by The Commodores
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Lyrics

Sail on down the line ’bout a half fun ny a how mile the time or can so, go and on a a don’t friends real say ly they wan told na me know so, a but it where you’re go in’.

May be once or twice, you see, that a time small af town ter time boy I like tried me a just to, a to hold on to what we got, but a now you’re go in’;

and I don’t my (A7)mind a bout the (D)things you’re (D)gon na (Bm7)say, Lord,

I gave all my (A7)mon ey, and in my time.

You know, it ain’t so I know hard it’s a shame, to say, but I’m (D)giv in’ you (D)back your (Bm7)name,

(Dmaj7)yeah, (Gmaj7)yeah.

Yes, I’ll be (F#m7)on my (Em7)way,

I (G)won’t be (F#m7)back to (Em7)stay,

I want I guess I’ll move a long, I’m look in’ for a (D)good (A)time,

Sail on down the line.

Ain’t it half fun ny a how mile the time or can so, go and on a a don’t friends real say ly they wan told na me know so, a but it does n’t mat ter.

It was plain to see you see, that a time small af town ter time boy I like tried me a just to, a to was n’t your cup of tea.

It was wish ful think in’.

I gave you my (A7)heart a and I (D)tried to (D)make you (Bm7)hap py,

and you gave me (A7)noth in’ and in re turn.

You know, it ain’t so I know hard it’s a shame, to say, “Would you (D)please in’ just (D)go a (Bm7)way.”

(Dmaj7)Yeah, (Gmaj7)yeah.

I’ve thrown a (F#m7)way the (Em7)blues,

I’m (G)tired of (F#m7)be in’ (Em7)used,

I want ev er y one to know I’m look in’ for a (D)good (A)time,

(C)good (G)time,

(D)yeah.

whoa, oh, (Gmaj7)sail on,

(F#m7)hon ey,

good times

nev er (F#m7)felt so (Em7)good.

(Gmaj7)Sail on,

(F#m7)sug ar,

good times

nev er (F#m7)felt so (Em7)good.

(Gmaj7)Sail

on.

(Gmaj7)Sail

on.

Sail On — Simple Sheet Music

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"Sail On" 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, 76 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Sail On

What key is "Sail On" by The Commodores played in?
Sail On 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 "Sail On"?
The arrangement plays at 76 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Sail On" 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 "Sail On"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Sail On"?
"Sail On" was originally performed by The Commodores. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Sail On"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: A, A7, Bm7, C, D, Dmaj7, Em, Em7, +3 more.
What other songs by The Commodores can I play here?
Try "BRICK HOUSE", "EASY", "THREE TIMES A LADY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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