- Contains complete lyrics
Leadsheets typically only contain the lyrics, chord symbols and melody line of a song and are rarely more than one page in length. Musicians will often use these skeletons to improvise their own arrangements. Leadsheets often do not contain complete lyrics to the song.
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Rip It Up |
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Voice C Instrument | |
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Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
G Major |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0148506 |
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Price:
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$3.99
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Each additional print is $2.99
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Pages: |
1 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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Well, it's Saturday night and I just got paid, fool about my money, don't try to save. |
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Arrangement Details
By: |
Little Richard |
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Additional Performer: |
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Pages: |
1 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice C Instrument | |
Scorings: |
Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
G Major |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0148506 |
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Tempo: |
Bright Rock tempo |
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Metronome: |
h = 92 |
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Song Details
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Date: |
1956 |
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Publisher: |
Sony/ATV Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0148506 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
Well, it's Saturday night and I just got paid, fool about my money, don't try to save. |
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From the Album: |
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From the Book: |
Early Rock'N'Roll Era Fake Book |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The leadsheet edition of “Rip It Up” is in G major. It is currently available in that key only.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
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You can preview the leadsheet score for “Rip It Up” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this leadsheet arrangement include?
The leadsheet arrangement of “Rip It Up” is written for voice and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Rip It Up” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Rip It Up” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Rip It Up” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/2, also known as cut time. Each measure contains two half-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“Rip It Up” by Little Richard is available as a leadsheet arrangement in downloadable, printable digital sheet music. It has also been recorded by Bill Haley & His Comets. It was originally composed by Robert A Blackwell and John S. Marascalco. It includes 1 page of music.
The original key is G major. It's marked bright rock tempo, at about 92 BPM. It's arranged for Voice and C Instrument. Contains complete lyrics.
It's categorized as R&B on Musicnotes. There are 8 arrangements of this song available on Musicnotes, for different instruments and levels.
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