Wichita Lineman

by Glen Campbell
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Lyrics

I am a line man for the (Bb)coun ty,

and I drive the main (Gm)road

And (Am)search in’ in the sun down for an (G)oth er o ver load.

I hear you sing in’ in the (Am)wires, you,

I can hear you through the (G)whine,

and the Wi chi ta (D)line man

is still on the line.

I know I need a small va (Bb)ca tion,

but it don’t look like (Gm)rain.

And (Am)search in’ in the sun down for an (G)nev er stand the strain.

I And I need you more than (Am)want you,

and I want you all the (G)time,

and the Wi chi ta (D)line man

is still on the line.

I know I need a small va

Wichita Lineman — Simple Sheet Music

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"Wichita Lineman" 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, 90 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 “Wichita Lineman”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Wichita Lineman"?
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 "Wichita Lineman" by Glen Campbell played in?
Wichita Lineman 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 "Wichita Lineman"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Wichita Lineman" 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 "Wichita Lineman"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Wichita Lineman"?
"Wichita Lineman" was originally performed by Glen Campbell. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Glen Campbell can I play here?
Try "A BETTER PLACE", "Rhinestone Cowboy", "TRY A LITTLE KINDNESS". 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 "Wichita Lineman". Key of F, 90 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.