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I got ta (Fsus2)say what’s on my mind.
but Some thing a bout us and I (C)does n’t seem (G)right these days.
Life An keeps er (Fsus2)get ting in the way.
and When (C)ev er we try, some how (Fsus2)the plan is (F)al ways re ar (G)ranged.
It’s so hard to (Am)say, but I’ve (Gsus)got ta do what’s (C)best for me.
You’ll be o (G)kay...
I’ve (Am9)got to move (Fmaj9)on and be (C)who I am.
I (Am9)just don’t be (Fmaj9)long here; I (G)hope you un der (Am)stand.
We (F)might find our (Am7)place in this (G)world some day,
but (Dm7)at least for (Am7)now,
I got ta go my own way.
Don’t wan na (Fsus2)leave it all be hind,
but I get my hopes up and I (C)watch them seem (G)fall ev time.
Life An oth er (Fsus2)col or turns to grey,
and it’s (C)just er too hard to watch (Fsus2)it all is (F)slow ly fade a (G)way.
I’m leav in’ to (Am)day ’cause I’ve (Gsus)got ta do what’s (C)best for me.
You’ll be o (G)kay...
I’ve (Am9)got to move (Fmaj9)on and be (C)who I am.
I (Am9)just don’t be (Fmaj9)long here; I (G)hope you un der (Am)stand.
We (F)might find our (Am7)place in this (G)world some day,
but (Dm7)at least for (Am7)now,
I got ta go my own way.
I got ta go my own way.
What a bout us?
(C5)What a (Dm11)bout ev ’ry thing we’ve (C)been through?
What a bout trust?
You (Am11)know I nev er want ed to hurt you.
(G)And what a bout me?
(Dm11)What am I sup posed to (F)do?
(I got ta leave, but I’ll miss you.
So I’ve (Am11)got to move (Fmaj9)on and be (C)who I am.
do you have to I (Am11)just don’t be (Fmaj9)long here; I (G)hope you un der (I’m ing to un der We (F)might find a (Am7)place in this (G)world some day,
but (Dm7)at least for (Am7)now, (I want you to stay.) I wan na go my own I’ve (Am9)got to move (Fmaj9)on and be (C)who I am.
a bout us?) to go?) (Am11)just don’t be (Fmaj9)long here; I (G)hope you un der stand.
ing to un der stand.) (F)might find a (Am7)place in this (G)world some day,
but (Dm7)at least for (Am7)now, (I want you to stay.) I wan na go my own way.
(Am9)got to move (Fmaj9)on and be (Dm7)at least for (Am7)now,
I got ta go my own way.
I got ta (D7sus)go my own way.
I (G)got ta go my own way.
Gotta Go My Own Way — Simple Sheet Music
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"Gotta Go My Own Way" 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 C, 178 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 “Gotta Go My Own Way”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Gotta Go My Own Way"?
- 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 "Gotta Go My Own Way" by High School Musical 2 played in?
- Gotta Go My Own Way is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Gotta Go My Own Way"?
- The arrangement plays at 178 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Gotta Go My Own Way" 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 "Gotta Go My Own Way"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Gotta Go My Own Way"?
- "Gotta Go My Own Way" was originally performed by High School Musical 2. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by High School Musical 2 can I play here?
- Try "WHAT TIME IS IT", "WORK THIS OUT", "FABULOUS". 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 "Gotta Go My Own Way". Key of C, 178 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.