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You don’t (F)know (C)me, but I’m your (D7)broth
(G7sus)er.
I was (F)raised (C)here in this (D7)liv ing (G7sus)hell.
Wher You don’t know (C)my kind in (D7)your
(G7sus)world.
Fair ly (F)soon (C)the time will (D7)tell.
(C5)You,
(F)tell ing me the (Fm)things you’re gon na (F)do for me.
(F)I ain’t blind and I (Fm)don’t like what I (F)think I see.
(C7)Tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets,
(C7)tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets,
(C7)tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets,
(C7)tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets.
Take this (F)mes (C)sage but to my (D7)broth
(G7sus)er.
You will (F)find (C)him ev ’ry (D7)where.
ing (G7sus)hell.
Wher ev er peo (C)ple live to (D7)geth
(G7sus)er,
tied in (F)pov (C)er ty’s de (D7)spair.
(C5)You,
(F)tell ing me the (Fm)things you’re gon na (F)do for me.
(F)I ain’t blind and I (Fm)don’t like what I (F)think I see.
(C7)Tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets,
(C7)tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets,
(C7)tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets,
(C7)tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets.
(C7)Tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets.
(C7)Tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets.
(C7)Tak in’ it (F)to (D)the (C)streets.
Takin' It To The Streets — Simple Sheet Music
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"Takin' It To The Streets" 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, 144 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 “Takin' It To The Streets”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Takin' It To The Streets"?
- 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 "Takin' It To The Streets" by The Doobie Brothers played in?
- Takin' It To The Streets 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 "Takin' It To The Streets"?
- The arrangement plays at 144 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Takin' It To The Streets" 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 "Takin' It To The Streets"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Takin' It To The Streets"?
- "Takin' It To The Streets" was originally performed by The Doobie Brothers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Takin' It To The Streets"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: C, C7, Cpow, D7, F, Fm, Fm6, G7.
- What other songs by The Doobie Brothers can I play here?
- Try "WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES", "BLACK WATER", "YOU BELONG TO ME". 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 "Takin' It To The Streets". Key of C, 144 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.


