Easy Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1368713 Composed by Percy Mayfield. Arranged by Dr. Yuway Chan-Basel. 20th Century,Blues,Film/TV,Pop,Singer/Songwriter. Score. 3 pages. Yuway Chan-Basel #953083. Published by Yuway Chan-Basel (A0.1368713). Hit the Road Jack is a track penned by Percy Mayfield and performed by Ray Charles. Released in 1961, the song claimed the top spot on the US charts and earned Ray Charles a Grammy Award for Best Rhythm and Blues Recording, solidifying its status as one of his iconic tunes. This musical piece was featured in the 1995 movie Grumpier Old Men. The lyrics of Hit the Road Jack serve as a poignant response to Mayfield's personal breakup, capturing the frustration and emotions commonly associated with such challenging experiences. Composed by Ray Charles Arranged and performed by Dr. YuwayThis arrangement is appropriate for players at the early intermediate skill level.Youtube video performance is provided.

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1386081 Composed by Percy Mayfield. Arranged by Mario Stallbaumer. Blues,Jazz,Pop. Score. 2 pages. Mario Stallbaumer #970027. Published by Mario Stallbaumer (A0.1386081). With this sheet music, you can play Hit the Road Jack on the piano!It's an accurate, carefully created piano arrangement based on the famous recording by Ray Charles. For better playability, the song has been transposed by one half step (from G#m to Am). Written by American rhythm and blues legend Percy Mayfield, Hit the Road Jack became a huge hit when Ray Charles recorded it in 1961.His version topped the charts in the US and won a Grammy for Best Rhythm and Blues Recording.With its swing rhythm and catchy bass line, Hit the Road Jack makes for a fantastic piano piece!You might also be interested in my arrangement of Georgia on My Mind.If you want to see more of my work, you can visit my YouTube channel!