Other arrangements of Basket Case
Pick a learning view or switch to the backing-track version.
(Eb5)Do you have the (Bb5)time
to (C5)lis ten to me (G5)whine
a (Ab5)bout noth ing and (Eb5)ev ’ry thing all at once?
(Eb5)I am one of (Bb5)those
mel (C5)o dra mat ic (G5)fools,
neu (Ab5)rot ic to the (Eb5)bone, no doubt a bout it.
Some times I give my self the creeps,
some times my mind plays tricks on me.
It (Ab)all keeps add ing up, I (Eb)think I’m (Db)crack ing up.
Am (Ab)I just par a (Bb)noid, or am I just stoned?
I (Eb)went to a (Bb)shrink
to (Cm)an a lyze my (Gm)dreams, she (Ab)says it’s lack of (Eb)sex that’s bring ing me down.
I (Eb)went to a (Bb)whore,
he (Cm)said my life’s a (Gm)bore, so (Ab)quit my whin ing (Eb)’cause it’s bring ing her down.
I
Some times I give my self the creeps,
some times my mind plays tricks on me.
It (Ab)all keeps add ing up, I (Eb)think I’m (Db)crack ing (Cm)up.
Am (Ab)I just par a (Bb)noid, yeah, yeah, yeah.
(Ab)Grasp ing to con (Bb)trol
(CN.C.)so I bet ter hold on.
on.
or am I just stoned?
Basket Case — Simple Sheet Music
13 people have learned this song
"Basket Case" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Ab, 170 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
Try other practice modes:
About “Basket Case”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Basket Case"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "Basket Case" by Green Day played in?
- Basket Case is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Basket Case"?
- The arrangement plays at 170 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Basket Case" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Basket Case"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Basket Case"?
- "Basket Case" was originally performed by Green Day. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Basket Case"?
- This arrangement uses 15 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bb, Bbpow, C, Cm, Cm7, Cpow, +7 more.
- What other songs by Green Day can I play here?
- Try "21 GUNS", "21 GUNS", "THE FORGOTTEN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Basket Case". Key of Ab, 170 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.
More songs you might like
WAKE ME UP WHEN SEPTEMBER ENDS
Green Day
GOOD RIDDANCE
Green Day
21 GUNS
Green Day
THE FORGOTTEN
Green Day
21 GUNS
Green Day
SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT
Nirvana
BOULEVARD OF BROKEN DREAMS
Green Day
AMERICAN IDIOT
Green Day
BLACK
Pearl Jam
WHEN I COME AROUND
Green Day
STEPPIN' OUT
Joe Jackson
DREAMING
Blondie