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How to Play "WHAT YOU WANT" by Legally Blonde The Musical on Piano
Legally Blonde The Musical · 213 bars
- Bb major
- 4/4
- 126 BPM
- Advanced
- Melody + piano
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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.
Time signature
4/4
4 beats in every bar, at 126 BPM
The time signature changes during the song; this is the main one.
Left hand
Octaves
The piano's lower staff, as written: mostly octaves, about one a beat.
Range C1 to A5Step 2 on its ownStep 3 with the right hand
Right hand
The melody
The tune the singer sings, one note at a time, about two a beat.
Range Bb3 to Gb5Part by part
How to practice "WHAT YOU WANT"
Learn "WHAT YOU WANT" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 41 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
- Start hereThe melody
Step 1: Right hand
Listen, then play the melody with your right hand, with finger numbers.
Open this step - 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.
Open this step - 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.
Open this step Then play the whole song
When you can play every part, play the full sheet music with its backing track in the player.
Play the full song
Frequently asked questions
How do I learn "WHAT YOU WANT" on the piano?
Learn "WHAT YOU WANT" one part at a time, with the song's real notes. The practice splits it into 41 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 "WHAT YOU WANT" in?
"WHAT YOU WANT" is in Bb major, which has 2 flats: Bb and Eb. The Bb major scale is Bb, C, D, Eb, F, G and A.
What are the chords in "WHAT YOU WANT"?
The sheet music uses 62 chords: Bbmaj7, Cm7, Bb, Bbsus, Ebm, Db, Gb, Absus, Ab, Bb5, E, E7, A, Am, F, Fsus and 46 more.
What does the left hand play in "WHAT YOU WANT"?
The piano's lower staff: mostly octaves, about one a beat, from C1 to A5. You learn it on its own first, with the right hand playing softly underneath, then with both hands.
What tempo is "WHAT YOU WANT"?
"WHAT YOU WANT" plays at 126 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 "WHAT YOU WANT" hard to play on piano?
It is rated Advanced, so take it one part at a time. The melody goes from Bb3 up to Gb5. 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 "WHAT YOU WANT"?
Play the full sheet music free in the interactive player, or download a printable PDF.