Whatcha Say

by Jason Derulo

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(CN.C.)(Wha wha wha wha what did she say?)

(Mm, what cha say,

mm, that you on ly meant well?

Well, of course you did.

Mm, what cha say,

mm, that it’s all for the best?

Of course it is.) (CN.C.)I (I) was so wrong (wrong) for so long, (long) on ly try’n’ to please our my self.

(my self) Girl, I (I) was caught up (up) in her lust, (lust) when I don’t real ly want no one else.

So, know, I know I should have treat ed you bet ter, but me and you were meant to last for ev er.

So let me in, give me an oth er chance to real ly be your man.

’Cause when the (Eb)roof caved in and the (Bb)truth came out, I just (Gm)did n’t know what to do.

But when (Eb)I be come a star, we’ll be (Bb)liv in’ so large; I’ll do (Gm)an y thing for you.

So tell me girl...

(Eb)(Mm, what cha say,

mm, that you (Gm)on ly meant well?

Well, of course you did.

(Eb)Mm, what cha say,

mm, that it’s (Gm)all for the best?

Of course it is.

(Eb)Mm, what cha say,

mm, that you (Gm)on ly meant well?

Well, of course you did.

(Eb)Mm, what cha say,

wha wha wha wha (Gm)what did she say?)

(CN.C.)How (how) could I live (live) with my self (self) know ing that I let our love go?

(love go) And, ooh, (ooh) what I’d do (do) for one chance; (chance) when I just got ta let no you know.

So, know, I know I what I did was n’t clev er, but me and you were meant to be to geth er.

So let me in, give me an oth er chance to real ly be your man.

’Cause when the (Eb)roof caved in and the (Bb)truth came out, I just (Gm)did n’t know what to do.

But when (Eb)I be come a star, we’ll be (Bb)liv in’ so large; I’ll do (Gm)an y thing for you.

So tell me girl...

(Eb)(Mm, what cha say,

mm, that you (Gm)on ly meant well?

Well, of course you did.

(Eb)Mm, what cha say,

mm, that it’s (Gm)all for the best?

Of course it is.

(Eb)Mm, what cha say,

mm, that you (Gm)on ly meant well?

Well, of course you did.

(Eb)Mm, what cha say,

wha wha wha wha (Gm)what did she say?)

Girl, me, tell me what cha say?

I don’t want you to leave me, though you caught me cheat ing.

Tell me, tell me what cha say?

I real ly need you in my life, ’cause things ain’t right, girl.

Tell me, tell me what cha say?

I don’t want you to leave me, though you caught me cheat ing.

Tell me, tell me what cha say?

I real ly need you in my life, ’cause things ain’t right, girl.

things ain’t right.

’Cause when the (Eb)roof caved in and the (Bb)truth came out, I just (Gm)did n’t know what to do.

But when (Eb)I be come a star, we’ll be (Bb)liv in’ so large; I’ll do (Gm)an y thing for you.

(So, (Dm)ba by, what cha say?) (Gm)what did she say?)

Whatcha Say by Jason Derulo — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Whatcha Say by Jason Derulo 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 C at 144 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.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Whatcha Say" 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 "Whatcha Say"?
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.