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We will fly,
way up high
and where the cold wind blows,
or in the sun,
laugh ing, hav ing (A)fun
with all the peo ple that she knows.
And if the si tu (G)a tion should keep us sep ar at ed,
you know the world won’t fall a part.
And you will free (G)the beau ti ful bird
that’s caught in side your heart.
Can’t you (G)hear her?
Oh, she (G)cries so loud, casts her (G)wild ken note o ver (G)wa ter and (C)cloud.
That’s (F)the way (C)it’s gon na (Dm)be, lit tle (Bb)darl in’.
We’ll be rid (C)ing on (Dm)the hor ses, (Bb)yeah, yeah.
Way (C)up in the (Dm)sky, lit tle (Bb)darl in’,
and if (C)you fall (Dm)I’ll pick you up, pick you up.
You will grow
and un til you go
and I’ll be right there by your side.
And e ven then,
whis per the (A)wind
and she will car ry up your ride.
I hear all the peo ple of the world
in one bird’s lone ly cry,
see them try ing (G)ev ’ry way they know how
to make their spi rit fly.
That’s the way (C)it’s gon na (Dm)be, lit tle (Bb)darl in’.
You’ll go rid (C)ing on (Dm)the hor ses, (Bb)yeah, yeah,
way (C)up in the (Dm)sky, lit tle (Bb)darl in’,
and if (C)you fall, I’ll pick you up, pick you up.
That’s the way (C)it’s gon na (Dm)be, lit tle (Bb)darl in’.
You’ll go rid (C)ing on (Dm)the hor ses, (Bb)yeah, yeah,
way (C)up in the (Dm)sky, lit tle (Bb)darl in’,
and if (C)you fall (Dm)I’ll pick you up, pick you up.
That’s the way (C)it’s gon na (Dm)be, lit tle (Bb)darl in’.
You’ll go rid (C)ing on (Dm)the hor ses, (Bb)yeah, yeah,
way (C)up in the (Dm)sky, lit tle (Bb)darl in’,
and if (C)you fall (Dm)I’ll pick you up, pick you up.
The Horses — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Horses" 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, 94 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 “The Horses”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Horses"?
- 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 Horses" by Daryl Braithwaite played in?
- The Horses 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 "The Horses"?
- The arrangement plays at 94 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Horses" 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 "The Horses"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Horses"?
- "The Horses" was originally performed by Daryl Braithwaite. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Daryl Braithwaite can I play here?
- Try "The Horses". 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 Horses". Key of C, 94 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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