Gotta Go My Own Way

by High School Musical 2
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Lyrics

I got ta (Fsus2)say what’s on my (G)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 (Dm)at least for (Am7)now,

I got ta go my own way.

Don’t wan na (Fsus2)leave it all be (G)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 (Dm)at least for (Am7)now,

I got ta go my own way.

I got ta go my own way.

What a bout us?

What a bout (Dm11)ev ’ry thing we’ve (C)been through?

What a bout trust?

You know I (Am11)nev er want ed to (C)hurt you.

(G)And what a bout me?

What am I sup posed to (F)do?

(I got ta leave, but I’ll (G)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 (Am11)stand.

ing to un We (F)might find a (Am7)place in this (G)world some day,

but (Dm7)at least for (Am7)now, (I want you to (C)stay.) I wan na go my own way.

(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 (I’m (Am11)try ing to un stand.) (F)might find a (Am7)place in this (G)world some day,

but (Dm7)at least for (Am7)now, (I want you to (C)stay.) I wan na go my own I’ve (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 (C)own way.

Gotta Go My Own Way — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Gotta Go My Own Way" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 178 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “Gotta Go My Own Way”

Where are the chord symbols for "Gotta Go My Own Way" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Gotta Go My Own Way" is in C.
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?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
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.
Does "Gotta Go My Own Way" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Gotta Go My Own Way" is in the key of C at 178 BPM.
What chords are in "Gotta Go My Own Way"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.