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How to Play "Go On" by Jack Johnson on Piano

Jack Johnson · 91 bars

  • F major
  • 4/4
  • 116 BPM
  • Easy
  • Piano solo

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  1. Intro
  2. Verse 1
  3. Instrumental
  4. Verse 2
  5. Outro
  6. Whole song
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Intro, part 1 · bars 1 to 4

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What you need to know

Read from the song's own notes: the key, the beat, the chords, and what each hand plays.

Key and scale

F major

1 flat: Bb

FGABbCDE

The F major scale

Time signature

4/4

4 beats in every bar, at 116 BPM

The chords you play

The song uses 8 chords, as the sheet music writes them.

Left hand

Bass notes

The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat.

Range D2 to C3Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand

Right hand

The upper staff

The piano's upper staff, as written: mostly one note at a time, about two a beat.

Range D3 to G5Part by part

How to practice "Go On"

Learn "Go On" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 22 parts of a few bars. Each part has three steps: the right hand, the left hand (the right hand plays softly under it), then both hands. Every step plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down whenever you need. Press "I can play it" when you can play a step, and the next one opens.

Every step is free to play
  1. Start hereUpper staff

    Step 1: Right hand

    Listen, then play the piano's upper staff with your right hand, with finger numbers.

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  2. Lower staff

    Step 2: Left hand

    Your left hand learns the piano's lower staff, note for note, while the right hand plays softly so you hear where you are.

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  3. Both staves

    Step 3: Both hands

    Both hands together, as written. When you can play it, press "I can play it" and the part is learned.

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  4. Then play the whole song

    When you can play every part, play the full sheet music in the player.

    Play the full song

Frequently asked questions

How do I learn "Go On" on the piano?

Learn "Go On" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 22 parts of a few bars. Each part has three steps: the right hand, the left hand (the right hand plays softly under it), then both hands. Every step plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down whenever you need. Press "I can play it" when you can play a step, and the next one opens.

What key is "Go On" in?

"Go On" is in F major, which has 1 flat: Bb. The F major scale is F, G, A, Bb, C, D and E.

The F major scale

What are the chords in "Go On"?

The sheet music uses 8 chords: F, Cm, Gm, Bb, Dm, C, Dm7 and Gm7.

What does the left hand play in "Go On"?

The piano's lower staff: mostly one note at a time, about one a beat, from D2 to C3. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.

What tempo is "Go On"?

"Go On" plays at 116 BPM in 4/4. Every step of the practice plays at the song's tempo, and you can slow it down as much as you need.

Is "Go On" hard to play on piano?

It is rated Easy. The right hand goes from D3 up to G5. The practice splits it into parts of a few bars, one hand at a time, so you can learn it at your own pace.

How long should I practice each day?

A few minutes is enough. Choose 5, 10 or 15 minutes: the timer ends the session for you, and the next session picks up where you stopped.

Do I need to read sheet music?

No. The practice plays each part for you, one hand at a time, and shows its notes on the sheet and on a keyboard as they play, with finger numbers. Slow it down as much as you need.

Is it free?

Yes. Practicing is free. Sign in to keep your progress and your streak, and to get a daily reminder.

Where can I get the sheet music for "Go On"?

Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.

Sheet music in the playerDownload the PDF