Authority Song by John Mellencamp Piano - Digital Sheet Music

SKU: A0.1784669

Capture the defiant, heartland rock energy of John Mellencamp's "Authority Song" with this professional Performance Lead Sheet. This chart provides the essential, complete form of the song laid out in a continuous, unrepeated sequence—no missing sections, no omissions—ensuring a smooth and high-energy live performance. It features the complete, gritty melody, all rebellious lyrics, and the precise, driving chord changes that anchor its rock 'n' roll foundation. Crucially, the sheet includes transcriptions or essential cues for the iconic, Chuck Berry-inspired guitar riffs and the blistering instrumental solo, allowing you to capture the song's signature swagger and raw, organic sound. This is the indispensable resource for musicians seeking to master the full scope and punchy attitude of this 80s rock anthem.

What is a “performance lead sheet”? A performance lead sheet streamlines chords, melody, and lyrics into a single continuous layout for tablets, eliminating repeats, D.S.’s, and codas so performers can simply page forward through the entire song. Each section—verse, chorus, bridge, and so on—is clearly labeled with rehearsal markers for quick navigation. The only repeats are self-contained vamps, kept on a single page to avoid page-turning backward. The goal is to make performing easier by presenting the song in its complete, best-known form so musicians can focus on playing rather than remembering forms or tricky sections. I originally created these for my own cover band, and they’ve made last-minute additions far more manageable. I hope they help you, too.