Sail On

by Lionel Richie
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Lyrics

(Dsus)Sail on (D)down the line ’bout a half ny a mile time or so and I, (Esus)I don’t real (Em)ly want to know but it where you’re go ing.

(Dsus)May be (D)once or twice, you see,

(Esus)time af (Em)ter time I tried just to, (Esus)to hold on (Em)to what we got, but was (Dsus)now (D)you’re go ing.

And I don’t my mind a bout the (D)things you’re (A)gon na (Bm)say, Lord,

I gave all my (A)mon ey and my time.

You know it ain’t so I know it’s a shame

but I’m (D)giv ing you (A)back your (Bm)name,

(A)yeah, (G)yeah.

Yes, (G)I’ll be (D)on my (Em)way,

(Em7)I won’t be back to stay.

I want I (G)guess I’ll (D)move a (Em)long, I’m look (Em7)ing for a (D)good

(A)time.

Ah.

(Dsus)Sail on (D)down the line, ain’t it fun ny how the time can go.

All my (Esus)I friends say (Em)they told me so, but it does n’t mat ter.

(Dsus)It was (D)plain to see that a

(Esus)small town (Em)ter boy like me just a (Esus)to was n’t (Em)your cup of tea.

I was (Dsus)wish (D)ful think ing.

I gave you my heart a and I (D)tried to (A)make you (Bm)hap py.

And you gave me (A)noth ing in re turn.

You know it ain’t so I hard it’s to say,

would you (D)please just you (A)go a (Bm)way?

(A)Yeah, (G)yeah.

I’ve (G)thrown a (D)way the (Em)blues,

(Em7)I’m tired of be ing used.

I want I (G)ev ’ry (D)one to (Em)know I’m look (Em7)ing for a (D)good

(A)time.

Ah.

(D)good

(A)time.

(C)Good

(G)time.

Oh.

(Gmaj7)Sail on,

(F#m7)hon ey,

good times

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

(Gmaj7)Sail on,

(F#m7)hon ey,

good times

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

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

Oh.

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Sail On — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Sail On" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of D, 73 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”

Where are the chord symbols for "Sail On" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Sail On" is in D.
What key is "Sail On" by Lionel Richie 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 73 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 Lionel Richie. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Sail On"?
This arrangement uses 14 chords: A, Bm, C, D, D7, Dsus4, Em, Em7, +6 more.
What other songs by Lionel Richie can I play here?
Try "I CALL IT LOVE", "ALL NIGHT LONG", "EASY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Sail On" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Sail On" is in the key of D at 73 BPM.
What chords are in "Sail On"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of D, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.