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(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 — 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, 73 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 “Sail On”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Sail On"?
- 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 "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.
- 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 "Sail On". Key of D, 73 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.