Other arrangements of Settle For A Slowdown
Pick a learning view.
I must look just like a (Bb)fool,
here in the (F)mid dle of the road,
stand in’ there in your rear (Gm7)view,
and get tin’ (Dm)soaked to the bone.
This land is flat as it is (Bb)mean;
a man can see for a hun dred (Bb)miles.
So, I’m still (C)pray in’ I might (Gm7)see
the glow of a (Dm7)brake light.
time.
But your (F)wheels just turn
down the (Dm7)road a head.
If it (Bbmaj9)hurts at all,
you ain’t (C)shown it yet.
I keep a (F)look in’ for
on the ho (Dm7)slight est sign
that you might miss
what you (C)left be hind.
I (Gm7)know there’s noth in’ (F)stop pin’ you now,
but I’d set tle for a (Dm)slow down.
I held on long er than I (Bb)should,
be liev in’ you might a change your (Bb)mind
and those bright (C)lights of Hol ly (Gm7)wood
the glow would a (Dm7)fade in time.
But your (F)wheels just turn
down the (Dm7)road a head.
If it (Bbmaj9)hurts at all,
you ain’t (C)shown it yet.
You’re just a (F)ti ny dot
on that ho (Dm7)ri zon line.
Come on, those brakes,
ba by, (C)just one time.
I (Gm7)know there’s noth in’ (F)stop pin’ you now,
but I’d set tle for a (Dm)slow down.
(Dm7)slow down.
But your
(F)I’m not (Gm7)ask in’ you to turn back a (Bbmaj9)round.
I’d set tle for a (Dm)slow
(F)down.
Come on, just (Dm)slow
(F)down.
I’d set tle for a (Dm)slow
(F)down.
Settle For A Slowdown — Simple Sheet Music
"Settle For A Slowdown" 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 F, 160 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 “Settle For A Slowdown”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Settle For A Slowdown"?
- 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 "Settle For A Slowdown" by Dierks Bentley played in?
- Settle For A Slowdown is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Settle For A Slowdown"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Settle For A Slowdown" 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 "Settle For A Slowdown"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Settle For A Slowdown"?
- "Settle For A Slowdown" was originally performed by Dierks Bentley. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Settle For A Slowdown"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bb, Bbmaj9, C, Dm, Dm7, F, Gm7.
- What other songs by Dierks Bentley can I play here?
- Try "LONG TRIP ALONE", "I HOLD ON", "COME A LITTLE CLOSER". 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 "Settle For A Slowdown". Key of F, 160 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.