Unwritten

by Natasha Bedingfield

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Lyrics

I am un writ ten, can’t read my mind.

are I’m un de fined.

I’m just be gin ning, the pen’s in my hand,

end ing un planned.

Star ing at the blank page be (Eb)fore you, o pen up the dirt y (Dm7)win dow.

Let the sun il lu mi (Bbm6)nate the words that you could not find.

(F)Reach ing for some thing in the (Eb)dis tance, so close you can al most (Bb)taste it.

Re lease your in hi bi tions.

Feel the rain on your (Dm)skin.

No one (Gm)else can feel it for you.

On ly (F)you can let it in.

No one (Gm)else, no one else can speak (F)the words on your (Dm)lips.

Drench your (Gm)self in words un spo ken.

Live your (F)life with arms wide o pen.

To day (Gm)is where your book be gins, the rest is still un (F)writ ten.

I break tra di tion.

Some times my tries

are out side the lines.

We’ve been con di tioned to not make mis takes,

but I can’t that

Star ing at the blank page be (Eb)fore you, o pen up the dirt y (Dm7)win dow.

Let the sun il lu mi (Bbm6)nate the words that you could not find.

(F)Reach ing for some thing in the (Eb)dis tance, so close you can al most (Bb)taste it.

Re lease your in hi bi tions.

Feel the rain on your (Dm)skin.

No one (Gm)else can feel it for you.

On ly (F)you can let it in.

No one (Gm)else, no one else can speak (F)the words on your (Dm)lips.

Drench your (Gm)self in words un spo ken.

Live your (F)life with arms wide o pen.

To day (Gm)is where your book be gins, the rest is still un (F)writ ten.

be gins, feel the rain on your (Dm)skin.

No one (Gm)else can feel it for you.

On ly (F)you can let it in.

No one (Gm)else, no one else can speak (F)the words on your (Dm)lips.

Drench your (Gm)self in words un spo ken.

Live your (F)life with arms wide o pen.

To day (Gm)is where your book be gins, the rest is still un (F)writ ten.

(F)Star ing at the blank page be (Bb)fore you, o pen up the dirt y (F)win dow.

Let the sun il lu mi (Bb)nate the words that you could not find.

(F)Reach ing for some thing in the (Bb)dis tance, so close you can al most (F)taste it.

Re lease your in hi bi tions.

Feel the rain on your (Dm)writ ten.

(F)The rest is still un writ ten.

Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield 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 105 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence playing in B♭ major, where your hands need to stay comfortable on those two flats. Your left hand holds a pedal bass pattern, so keep it steady and anchored — it's the engine driving that upbeat energy at 105 BPM. Your right hand will cycle through nine chords, and most transitions are smooth, but watch the move into Bbm6: that borrowed chord sneaks in a G♭ that can trip up your fingers if you're not ready for it. Start hands-separate at around 75 BPM, and loop the sections where Dm7 and Gm7 voice-lead into each other until the shapes feel automatic. Once you're comfortable, bring hands together and gradually push toward full tempo. The syncopated phrasing in the chorus wants to rush — resist it by locking to the beat. This is the song that'll make flat-key pop changes feel like home.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Unwritten" 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 "Unwritten"?
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.
How many chords does "Unwritten" use?
Just 9 chords: Bb, Bbm6, C, Dm, Dm7, Eb, F, Gm, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Natasha Bedingfield songs work for kids?
Try "HAPPY", "THESE WORDS", "FRECKLES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.