Stick To The Status Quo

by High School Musical

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Lyrics

(F7)You can bet there’s noth in’ but net when I am in the zone and on a roll.

(E7)But I’ve got a con fes sion, my own se cret ob ses sion, and it’s mak (G7)ing me lose con (Csus)trol.

Ev ’ry bod y, gath er ’round.

Not an oth er sound!

No, no, no, (Dm)no!

No, no, (Bb)no.

(F)Stick to the stuff you (C)know.

If you wan na be cool, fol low (Bb7)one sim ple rule: don’t (F)mess with the flow, no, (C)no.

(Ebsus2)Stick to the sta tus quo!

(F7)Look at me, and what do you see?

when I In tel li gence be yond com pare.

(E7)But in side, I am stir ring; some thing strange is oc cur ring.

It’s a se (G7)cret I need to (Csus)share.

O pen up, dig way down deep.

Not an oth er peep!

No, no, no, (Dm)no!

No, no, (Bb)no.

(F)Stick to the stuff you (C)know.

It is bet ter by far to keep (Bb7)things as they are.

Don’t (F)mess with the flow, no, (C)no.

(Ebsus2)Stick to the sta tus quo!

(F7)Lis ten well!

I’m read y to tell a bout a need that I can not de ny.

Dude, there’s no ex pla na tion for this awe some sen sa tion, but I’m read (G7)y to let it fly.

Speak your mind, and you’ll be heard.

Not an oth er word!

(Em)No!

No, no (C)no.

(G)Stick to the stuff you (D)know.

If you wan na be cool, fol low (C7)one sim ple rule: don’t (G)mess with the flow, oh (D)no.

(Fsus2)stick to the sta tus (CN.C.)quo.

(Em)No!

No, no (C)no.

(G)Stick to the stuff you (D)know.

If you wan na be cool, fol low (C7)one sim ple rule: don’t (G)mess with the flow, oh (D)no.

(Fsus2)stick to the sta tus (CN.C.)quo.

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Stick To The Status Quo by High School Musical — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stick To The Status Quo by High School Musical 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 Bb at 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Stick To The Status Quo" 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 "Stick To The Status Quo"?
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.