Trying To Get To You

by Elvis Presley
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Lyrics

I’ve been trav ’lin’ o ver (F)moun tains,

e ven through the val leys too.

(CN.C.)I’ve been trav ’lin’ night and day.

I’ve been run nin’ all the way, ba by, try’n’ to get to you.

Ev er since I read your let ter

where you said you loved me true,

(CN.C.)I’ve been trav ’lin’ night and day.

I’ve been run nin’ all the way, ba by, try’n’ to get to you.

When I read your lov in’ let

ter,

then my heart be gan to (F)sing.

There were man y miles be (Bb7)tween us

but they did n’t mean a (C7)thing.

I just had to reach you, (F)ba by,

spite of all that I’ve been through.

(CN.C.)I kept trav ’lin’ night and day.

I kept run nin’ all the way, ba by, try’n’ to get to you.

(CN.C.)Well, if I had to do it He would shine His bright est light, when (CN.C.)I was try’n’ to get to you.

Trying To Get To You — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Trying To Get To You" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of F, 95 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Trying To Get To You”

Where are the chord symbols for "Trying To Get To You" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Trying To Get To You" is in F.
What key is "Trying To Get To You" by Elvis Presley played in?
Trying To Get To You 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 "Trying To Get To You"?
The arrangement plays at 95 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Trying To Get To You" 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 "Trying To Get To You"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Trying To Get To You"?
"Trying To Get To You" was originally performed by Elvis Presley. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Trying To Get To You"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: Bb, Bb7, C, C7, F.
What other songs by Elvis Presley can I play here?
Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Trying To Get To You" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Trying To Get To You" is in the key of F at 95 BPM.
What chords are in "Trying To Get To You"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of F, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.