Watch What Happens

by Michel LeGrand
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(Ebmaj7)Let some (Eb6)one

start be liev ing in (Cm7)you,

let him hold out his (Bb7)hand.

Let him (Bb7)touch you and (Ebmaj7)watch (Emaj7)what (Fmaj7)hap (Emaj7)pens.

(Ebmaj7)One some (Eb6)one

who can look in your (Cm7)eyes

and see in to your (Fm7)heart.

Let him (Bb9)find you and (Ebmaj7)watch (Emaj7)what (Fmaj7)hap (Gbmaj7)pens.

(G6)Cold,

no, I (G6)won’t be lieve your (Gm7)heart is (C9)cold,

(C9)may be (F)just a (F6)fraid

to be (F6)bro ken a (Bb7)gain.

(Ebmaj7)Let some (Eb6)one

with a deep love to (Cm7)give,

give that deep love to (Bb9)you,

and what (Bb9)ma gic you’ll (Eb)see.

(Eb6)Let (E6)some one (D6)give his (Eb)heart,

(Eb6)some (E6)one who (D6)cares like (Eb6)me.

(Ebmaj7)Let some (Eb6)one

start be liev ing in (Cm7)you,

let him hold out his (Bb7)hand.

Let him (Bb7)touch you and (Ebmaj7)watch (Emaj7)what (Fmaj7)hap (Emaj7)pens.

(Ebmaj7)One some (Eb6)one

who can look in your (Cm7)eyes

and see in to your (Fm7)heart.

Let him (Bb9)find you and (Ebmaj7)watch (Emaj7)what (Fmaj7)hap (Gbmaj7)pens.

(G6)Cold,

no, I (G6)won’t be lieve your (Gm7)heart is (C9)cold,

(C9)may be (F)just a (F6)fraid

to be (F6)bro ken a (Bb7)gain.

(Ebmaj7)Let some (Eb6)one

with a deep love to (Cm7)give,

give that deep love to (Bb9)you,

and what (Bb9)ma gic you’ll (Eb)see.

(Eb6)Let (E6)some one (D6)give his (Eb)heart,

(Eb6)some (E6)one who (D6)cares like (Eb6)me.

(Eb6)me.

Watch What Happens — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Watch What Happens" by Michel LeGrand: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Ab, 120 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Ab) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.

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About “Watch What Happens

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Watch What Happens" by Michel LeGrand in?
The backing track is in Ab at 120 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
Can I sing over "Watch What Happens" with this accompaniment?
Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
Is this a karaoke version of "Watch What Happens"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Watch What Happens", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Watch What Happens" as a backing track for my instrument?
Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
Can I download the accompaniment for "Watch What Happens"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Watch What Happens"?
"Watch What Happens" was originally performed by Michel LeGrand. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Michel LeGrand are available?
Other accompaniments by Michel LeGrand: "Little Boy Lost", "Once Upon A Summertime". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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