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Well, I used to wake the morn in’ be (C7)fore the roost er crowed,
search ing for so da bot tles to (Bb)get my self some (G7)dough.
Brought ’em down to the cor ner,
(C7)down to the coun try store;
cash ’em in and give my mon ey to a man named Cur tis Loew.
Old Curt was a (C7)black man with (Bb)white curl y hair.
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When he had a (C7)fifth of wine he (Eb)did not have a (Bb)care.
He used to own an old (C7)Do bro, used to (Bb)play it ’cross his (F)knee
I’d give old Curt my mon ey, he’d (Eb)play all day er for me.
Play me a song Cur tis Loew,
Cur tis Loew.
I got your drink in’ mon ey, (F)tune up your do bro.
Peo ple said it was use less, them (F)peo ple are the (G7)fools
’cause (F)Cur tis Loew was the (Eb)fin est pick er to (Bb)ev er play the (F)blues.
He looked to be (C7)six ty, may (Bb)be I was ten.
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Ma ma used to (C7)whip me but I’d (Eb)go see him a (Bb)gain.
I’d clap my hands, a stomp (C7)my feet, in’ the (Bb)try to stay in (F)time.
He’d play me a or two, then life (Eb)take an oth had drink of
Play me a song Cur tis Loew,
Cur tis Loew.
I wish that you were here so (F)tune up your do bro.
Peo ple said it was use less, them (F)peo ple are the (G7)fools
’cause (F)Cur tis Loew was the (Eb)fin est pick er to (Bb)ev er play the (F)blues.
(Bb)ev er play the (F)blues.
On the day old (C7)Cur tis died, (Bb)no bod y came play.
Old preach er said (C7)some words and they (Eb)chunked him in the (Bb)clay.
I’d But he lived a life (C7)time play in’ the (Bb)black to face in (F)blues.
And on the day he lost his life (Eb)that’s all he had to lose.
Play me a song Cur tis Loew,
Cur tis Loew.
I wish that you were here so (F)tune up your do bro.
Peo ple said it was use less, them (F)peo ple are the (G7)fools
’cause (F)Cur tis Loew was the (Eb)fin est pick er to (Bb)ev er play the (F)blues.
(Bb)ev er play the (F)blues.
(Bb)ev er play the (F)blues.
The Ballad Of Curtis Loew — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Ballad Of Curtis Loew" 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 Bb, 60 BPM.
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About “The Ballad Of Curtis Loew”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew"?
- 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 "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew" by Lynyrd Skynyrd played in?
- The Ballad Of Curtis Loew is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew"?
- The arrangement plays at 60 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew" 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 "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew"?
- "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew" was originally performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew"?
- This arrangement uses 5 chords: Bb, C7, Eb, F, G7.
- What other songs by Lynyrd Skynyrd can I play here?
- Try "GIMME THREE STEPS", "WHAT'S YOUR NAME", "I KNOW A LITTLE". 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 "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew". Key of Bb, 60 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.
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