Other arrangements of Shotgun
Pick a learning view.
I said (G7)shot gun.
Shoot him ’fore he run now.
Do the jerk, ba by.
Do the jerk now.
Put on your red dress
and then you go down town now.
I said buy your self a shot gun now.
We’re gon na break it down, ba by, now.
We’re gon na load it up, ba by, now.
How can you shoot him ’fore he run now?
I said Put on your high heeled shoes.
I said we’re go in’ down here lis ten to ’em play the blues.
We’re gon na dig po ta toes.
We’re gon na pick to ma toes.
I said shot gun.
Shoot him ’fore he run now.
Do the jerk, ba by.
Do the jerk now.
I said it’s cry in’ time.
Hey.
I said it’s cry in’ time.
Hey.
I said it’s cry in’ time.
Shotgun — Simple Sheet Music
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"Shotgun" 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 C, 120 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Shotgun”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Shotgun"?
- 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 "Shotgun" by Junior Walker & the All-Stars played in?
- Shotgun 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 "Shotgun"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Shotgun" 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 "Shotgun"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Shotgun"?
- "Shotgun" was originally performed by Junior Walker & the All-Stars. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- 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 "Shotgun". Key of C, 120 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.