I Didn't Plan It (From Waitress The Musical)

by Sara Bareilles

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(Em)Go a head, throw your (Dsus)rocks at me from your (G)lit tle glass house, and then (C)take off run ning.

You’re no bet ter than me.

We’ve (G)both made mis takes

have n’t we?

I won’t un do (D)what I’m do ing to (G)sit in judge ment of what (C)makes us

I don’t claim to be proud, but

my (G)head won’t be hung in (C)shame.

I did n’t (D)plan it,

but the (G)light turned (C)red and I ran it.

And (G)I’m (C)still (Dsus)stand ing.

It’s (Em)not what I want ed, but (G)now that it’s right (A7)here,

I un der (C)stand it.

A (Em)sto ry writ ten by my own (C)hand, it’s

(Em)life bit ing (G)right at your (A7)heels.

I did n’t plan it, but it’s (D)fi nal ly some thing

to feel,

oh.

(Em)Look a round you, ain’t no (Dsus)saints here, ba by.

We’re (G)all just look ing for a (C)lit tle less cra zy.

And some times it’s a (Dsus)hard left turn down a (G)road you’d nev er thought you’d (C)see.

I did n’t plan it.

Tak ing (Em)back what’d been tak en for (D)grant ed,

and (G)I (C)can’t (Dsus)stand it.

I’m (Em)sick of the way I’ve been (G)wait ing to break (A7)free.

All I need is (C)sav ing, and a (G)good mis (C)take need ed mak ing.

(Em)May be you (F)need the same (A7)thing.

I

did n’t (C)plan it.

Tak ing (Em)back what’s been tak en for (D)grant ed.

I’m (Em)sick of the way I’ve been (D)try in’ to break (A7)free.

I did n’t (C)plan it, but it’s (D)fi nal ly some thing to feel,

some thing to feel.

(G)Mm.

I Didn't Plan It (From Waitress The Musical) by Sara Bareilles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Didn't Plan It (From Waitress The Musical) by Sara Bareilles in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of E at 120 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "I Didn't Plan It (From Waitress The Musical)" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "I Didn't Plan It (From Waitress The Musical)"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Sara Bareilles songs work for kids?
Try "Vegas", "Hold My Heart", "1000 TIMES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.