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(Gm7)Fools rush in, so (Eb)here I am
ver y glad to (Gm7)be un hap py.
(Gm7)I can’t win, but (Eb)here I am,
more than glad to be un (Bb)hap py.
Un re quit ed (Bb7)love’s a (F)bore,
and I’ve got it pret ty (F)bad.
But for some one (Bb7)you a (F)dore,
it’s a pleas ure to be (F)sad.
(Gm7)Like a stray ing (Eb)ba by lamb,
with no mam my (Gm7)and no (C7)pap py,
I’m so un (Dm7)hap py,
but (C13)oh,
so
(F)glad!
(Gm7)Fools rush in, so (Eb)here I am
ver y glad to (Gm7)be un hap py.
(Gm7)I can’t win, but (Eb)here I am,
more than glad to be un (Bb)hap py.
Un re quit ed (Bb7)love’s a (F)bore,
and I’ve got it pret ty (F)bad.
But for some one (Bb7)you a (F)dore,
it’s a pleas ure to be (F)sad.
(Gm7)Like a stray ing (Eb)ba by lamb,
with no mam my (Gm7)and no (C7)pap py,
I’m so un (Dm7)hap py,
but (C13)oh,
so
(F)glad!
(F6)glad!
Glad To Be Unhappy — Simple Sheet Music
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"Glad To Be Unhappy" 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 Bb, 80 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Glad To Be Unhappy”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Glad To Be Unhappy"?
- 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 "Glad To Be Unhappy" by Rodgers & Hart played in?
- Glad To Be Unhappy is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Glad To Be Unhappy"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Glad To Be Unhappy" 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 "Glad To Be Unhappy"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Glad To Be Unhappy"?
- "Glad To Be Unhappy" was originally performed by Rodgers & Hart. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Rodgers & Hart can I play here?
- Try "Bewitched", "Bewitched", "Blue Moon". 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 "Glad To Be Unhappy". Key of Bb, 80 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.