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Slip slid in’ a (Ab)way.
Slip slid in’ (Eb)a (Fm)way.
You know the (Ab)near er your des ti na tion, the more you’re slip slid in’ a (Ab)way.
I know (Ab)a man; an;
he came from (Ab)my home town.
He wore his (Db)pas sion for his (Eb)wom an like a (Db)thorn y crown.
He said, “De (Ab)lor es,
I (Eb)live in fear.
My love for (Ab)you’s so o ver (Eb)pow’r ing I’m a (Eb)fraid that round and will dis ap (Ab)pear.
Slip slid in’ a way.
Slip slid in’ (Eb)a (Fm)way.
You know the (Ab)near er your des ti na tion, the more you’re slip slid in’ a (Ab)way.
And I know a wom an;
be came a (Ab)wife.
home town.
These are the (Db)ver y words she (Eb)us es to de (Db)scribe her life.
She said, “A (Ab)good day
ain’t (Eb)got no rain.”
She said, “A (Ab)bad day’s when I (Eb)lie in bed and (Eb)think of round and that might have (Ab)been.”
Slip slid in’ a way.
Slip slid in’ (Eb)a (Fm)way.
You know the (Ab)near er your des ti na tion, the more you’re slip slid in’ a (Ab)way.
And I know a wom (Ab)way.
And I know a fa
ther who had a son.
He (Ab7)longed to (Ab)way.
God on ly knows.
God makes His (Ab)plan.
The in for (Db)ma tion’s un a (Eb)vail a ble to the (Db)mor tal man.
We’re work in’ (Ab)our jobs;
col (Eb)lect our pay;
be lieve we’re (Ab)glid in’ down the (Eb)high way, when in (Bbm)fact, we’re slip (Eb)slid in’ a (Ab)way.
Slip slid in’ a way.
Slip slid in’ (Ab)a (Fm)way.
You know the (Ab)near er your des ti na tion, the (Db)more you’re slip slid in’ a (Ab)way.
Slip slid in’ a way.
Slip slid in’ (Eb)a (Fm)way.
You know the (Ab)near er your des ti na tion, the (Db)more you’re slip slid in’ a (Ab)way.
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Slip Slidin' Away — Simple Sheet Music
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"Slip Slidin' Away" 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 Ab, 116 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 “Slip Slidin' Away”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Slip Slidin' Away"?
- 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 "Slip Slidin' Away" by Paul Simon played in?
- Slip Slidin' Away is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Slip Slidin' Away"?
- The arrangement plays at 116 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Slip Slidin' Away" 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 "Slip Slidin' Away"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Slip Slidin' Away"?
- "Slip Slidin' Away" was originally performed by Paul Simon. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Slip Slidin' Away"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: Ab, Ab7, Bbm, Db, Db9, Eb, Eb7, Fm, +2 more.
- What other songs by Paul Simon can I play here?
- Try "Still Crazy After All These Years", "KODACHROME", "ME AND JULIO DOWN BY THE SCHOOLYARD". 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 "Slip Slidin' Away". Key of Ab, 116 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.