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They made up their minds
and they start ed (Bm)pack ing.
They (C#)left be fore the sun came up that day,
an (F#7)ex it to e ter nal sum mer slack ing.
But (F#m)where were they go ing with (C#7)out ev er know ing the (F#m)way?
They drank up the wine
and they got to (Bm)talk ing.
They (C#7)now had more im por tant things to say.
And (F#7)when the car broke down they start ed walk ing.
but (F#m)Where were they go ing with (C#7)out ev er know ing the (F#m)way?
An y one could see the (A)road that they walk on is paved in gold.
(F#m)It’s al ways sum mer, they’ll nev er get cold.
They’ll (D)nev er get hun gry.
They’ll (A)nev er get old and grey.
(E)You can (E6)see their (A)shad ows wan der ing off some where.
They (F#m)won’t make it home, but they real ly don’t care.
They (D)want ed the high way.
They’re (A)hap pi er there to day,
(E6)to day.
Their chil dren woke up
and they could n’t (Bm)find them.
They (C#7)left be fore the sun came up that day.
They (F#7)just drove off and left it all be hind ’em,
but (F#m)where were they go ing with (C#7)out ev er know ing the (F#m)way?
An y one could see the (A)road that they walk on is paved in gold.
(F#m)It’s al ways sum mer, they’ll nev er get cold.
They’ll (D)nev er get hun gry.
They’ll (A)nev er get old and grey.
(E)You can (E6)see their (A)shad ows wan der ing off some where.
They (F#m)won’t make it home, but they real ly don’t care.
They (D)want ed the high way.
They’re (A)hap pi er there to day,
(E6)to day.
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The Way — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Way" 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 F#, 100 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 “The Way”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Way"?
- 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 Way" by Fastball played in?
- The Way is arranged in the key of F# on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Way"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Way" 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 Way"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Way"?
- "The Way" was originally performed by Fastball. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Way"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: A, Bm, C, C#, C#7, D, E, E6, +2 more.
- 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 Way". Key of F#, 100 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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