Escape My Mind

by Grace VanderWaal
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Lyrics

(G)It was wrong; would ’ve nev er worked.

Or at least I (Em)told my self

to (C)not make it hurt.

I (G)try to blast mu sic

in at tempt to get you (Em)out of my eyes, but I (C)can’t es cape my mind.

I (G)hate you ’cause I will al ways look at your (Em)pic ture.

And I (G)tell my self that I’m o ver you; then I get a lit tle un sure.

I (G)wish I (Gsus)could get (G)you

out of my (Em)mind,

but I (C)think a bout it all the time.

And I (G)wish I (Gsus)could not (G)think, for once in my (Em)life,

but (Cm)when I see your face, I can’t es cape my mind.

I know we were nev er a thing, but I al ways (Em)think a bout what could have (C)hap pened if we kept go ing.

And I (G)nev er had this hap pen to me.

On ly in the (Em)mov ies,

but, (C)hon ey, it is hap pen ing.

I my mind.

I (G)can’t es cape my mind.

I wish I could (C)turn it off some (Cm)times.

I (G)can’t es cape my mind.

I wish I could (C)turn it off some (Cm)times.

I (Cm)times.

I (G)wish I (Gsus)could get (G)you

out of my (Em)mind,

but I (C)think a bout it all the time.

And I (G)wish I (Gsus)could not (G)think, for once in my (Em)life,

but (Cm)when I see your face, I can’t es cape my (G)mind.

Escape My Mind — Simple Sheet Music

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"Escape My Mind" 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 G, 192 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Escape My Mind”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Escape My Mind"?
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 "Escape My Mind" by Grace VanderWaal played in?
Escape My Mind is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Escape My Mind"?
The arrangement plays at 192 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Escape My Mind" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Escape My Mind"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Escape My Mind"?
"Escape My Mind" was originally performed by Grace VanderWaal. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Grace VanderWaal can I play here?
Try "CLEARLY", "SO MUCH MORE THAN THIS", "A Better Life". 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 "Escape My Mind". Key of G, 192 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.