Ticket To Ride

by The Beatles
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Lyrics

I (A)think I’m gon na be sad, I think it’s to day,

yeah!

The girl that’s driv ing me mad is go ing a way.

(F#m)She’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride, but she don’t care!

She (A)said that liv ing with me is bring ing her down,

yeah!

For she would nev er be free when I was a round.

(F#m)She’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride, but she don’t care!

She

I (D7)don’t know why she’s rid in’ so high,

she ought a think twice; she ought a do right by (E)me.

Be (D7)fore she gets to say in’ good bye

she ought a think twice, she ought a do right by (E)me.

I (A)think I’m gon na be sad, I think it’s to day,

yeah!

The girl that’s driv ing me mad is go ing a way.

Yeah!

Oh, (F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride, but she don’t care!

I (D7)don’t know why she’s rid in’ so high,

she ought a think twice; she ought a do right by (E)me.

Be (D7)fore she gets to say in’ good bye

she ought a think twice, she ought a do right by (E)me.

She (A)said that liv ing with me is bring ing her down,

yeah!

For she would nev er be free when I was a round.

Yeah!

Oh, (F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride,

(F#m)she’s got a tick et to ride, but she don’t care!

I

My ba by don’t care!

My ba by don’t care!

Ticket To Ride — Simple Sheet Music

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"Ticket To Ride" 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 A, 125 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Ticket To Ride”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Ticket To Ride"?
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 "Ticket To Ride" by The Beatles played in?
Ticket To Ride is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Ticket To Ride"?
The arrangement plays at 125 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Ticket To Ride" 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 "Ticket To Ride"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Ticket To Ride"?
"Ticket To Ride" was originally performed by The Beatles. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Ticket To Ride"?
This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, Bm7, C, D7, E, E7, F#m, G.
What other songs by The Beatles can I play here?
Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". 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 "Ticket To Ride". Key of A, 125 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.