Billie Jean

by Michael Jackson
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Lyrics

For She was more like a beau ty queen (G#m)from a mov ie scene.

I said (G#m)don’t mind, but what do you mean (G#m)I am the one

who will dance on the floor in the round?

She said (G#m)I am the one

just who will dance mem ber on the floor al ways in the round.

twice.

She told (G#m)me her name was Bil lie Jean (G#m)as she caused a scene.

Then ev (G#m)’ry head turned with eyes that dreamed (G#m)of be ing the one

who will dance on the floor in the round.

(D)Peo ple al ways told me, be (F#m)care ful of what you do.

And don’t (D)go a round break in’ young girls’ hearts.

And you (D)Moth er al ways told me, be a (F#m)care ful of who you love.

And be (D)care ful of what you do ’cause the (C#7)lie be comes the truth.

Hey.

Bil (G#m)lie Jean is (F#m7)not my (G#m)lov er.

She’s just (G#m)a girl who (F#m7)claims that (G#m)I am the one,

but the kid is not my son.

She says (G#m)I am the one,

but the kid is not my son.

For for ty days and for for ty nights, (G#m)law was on her side.

But who (G#m)can stand when she’s in de mand, (G#m)her schemes and plans,

’cause we danced on the floor in the round.

So take (G#m)my strong ad vice:

just who will dance mem ber on the floor al ways in the round.

twice.

She told (G#m)my ba by we’d danced till three; (G#m)and she looked at me, then showed (G#m)a pho to.

A ba by cries.

(G#m)His eyes were like mine.

Can we dance on the floor in the round?

(D)Peo ple al ways told me, be (F#m)care ful of what you do.

And don’t (D)go a round break in’ young girls’ hearts.

But you (D)came and stood right by me, just a (F#m)smell of sweet who per fume.

And This (D)hap pened much what too soon.

She the (C#7)called me to her room.

Hey.

Bil (G#m)lie Jean is (F#m7)not my (G#m)lov er.

She’s just (G#m)a girl who (F#m7)claims that (G#m)I am the one,

but the kid is not my son.

She says (G#m)I am the one,

but the kid is not my son.

Billie Jean — Simple Sheet Music

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"Billie Jean" 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 A, 120 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great workout for left-hand independence — your bass line uses an Alberti pattern that needs to stay locked in at 120 BPM while your right hand handles the melody.

Start hands-separate and get that left hand on autopilot before combining.

The chord set leans heavily on minor sevenths like F#m7 and Bm7, plus a C#7 that adds real tension, so spend time shaping those voicings until they feel natural under your fingers.

Watch the transition from G#m back to F#m — it's easy to fumble that half-step shift if you're not anticipating it.

The move to the C natural chord will also catch you off guard since it sits outside the key; flag it mentally so you don't hesitate.

Loop the trickiest four-bar phrase at 80 BPM until it's clean, then gradually bring it up to tempo.

This is the piece that'll make your seventh-chord transitions feel effortless going forward.

About “Billie Jean

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Billie Jean"?
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 "Billie Jean" by Michael Jackson played in?
Billie Jean is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Billie Jean"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Billie Jean" 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 "Billie Jean"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Billie Jean"?
"Billie Jean" was originally performed by Michael Jackson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Billie Jean"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bm7, C, C#7, D, F#m, F#m7, G#m.
What other songs by Michael Jackson can I play here?
Try "MAN IN THE MIRROR", "YOU ROCK MY WORLD", "LOVING YOU". 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 "Billie Jean". Key of A, 120 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.

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