When The Sand Runs Out

by Rascal Flatts
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Lyrics

I spent the morn in’ at an old friend’s grave, prom ise them flow ers and “A maz ing Grace,” he was a (Eb)good man.

He spent his whole in’ life the spin nin’ his wheels,

nev er know in’ how the real thing feels.

I’m He (Eb)nev er took a chance

or took the (Bbsus)time to dance.

And I stood there think in’ as I said good bye,

to day’s the first day lived life of the (Bbsus)rest of my life.

I’m gon na (Fm11)stop look in’ back and (Eb)start mov in’ on and (Eb)learn how to (Absus2)face my fears.

Love with (Fm11)all my heart and (Eb)make my mark.

I (Bbsus)wan na leave some thin’ here.

Go (Cm)out on a ledge with (Gm)out an y net, that’s what (Ab)I’m gon na be a bout.

Yeah, I wan na be (Absus2)run nin’ when the (Bbsus)sand runs out.

’Cause peo ple do in’ it ev old ’ry day, prom ise them selves ers they’re “A gon na change.

he I’ve a (Eb)been there.

But I’m his chang in’ from the in nin’ side out.

That was then in’ how and this is now.

I’m a (Eb)new er took a man.

Yeah, I’m a (Bbsus)brand new man.

And I And they carve my stone, they’ll write these words:

“Here lies a man who lived life of for (Bbsus)all that it’s worth.”

I’m gon na (Fm11)stop look in’ back and (Eb)start mov in’ on and (Eb)learn how to (Absus2)face my fears.

Love with (Fm11)all my heart and (Eb)make my mark.

I (Bbsus)wan na leave some thin’ here.

Go (Cm)out on a ledge with (Gm)out an y net, that’s what (Ab)I’m gon na be a bout.

Yeah, I wan na be (Absus2)run nin’ when the (Bbsus)sand runs out.

(Absus2)run nin’ when the (Bbsus)sand runs out.

And as a (Bb)cold wind blows a cross the grave yard, I (Absus2)think I hear

the (Bb)voice of my old friend whis per (Fm7)in (Eb)my ear.

I’m gon na (Absus2)run nin’ when the (Bbsus)sand runs out.

I wan na be (Absus2)run nin’ when the (Bbsus)sand runs out.

When The Sand Runs Out — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "When The Sand Runs Out" by Rascal Flatts in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of Ab, 138 BPM.

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

About “When The Sand Runs Out”

Can I learn "When The Sand Runs Out" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "When The Sand Runs Out" with hands-separate practice in Ab at 138 BPM.
What key is "When The Sand Runs Out" by Rascal Flatts played in?
When The Sand Runs Out is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "When The Sand Runs Out"?
The arrangement plays at 138 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "When The Sand Runs Out" 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 "When The Sand Runs Out"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "When The Sand Runs Out"?
"When The Sand Runs Out" was originally performed by Rascal Flatts. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "When The Sand Runs Out"?
This arrangement uses 12 chords: Ab, Absus2, Bb, Bbpow, Bbsus4, C, Cm, Eb, +4 more.
What other songs by Rascal Flatts can I play here?
Try "TO MAKE HER LOVE ME", "BACKWARDS", "LIFE IS A HIGHWAY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "When The Sand Runs Out"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "When The Sand Runs Out" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "When The Sand Runs Out"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "When The Sand Runs Out" is in the key of Ab at 138 BPM.