I Can't Get Started

by Vernon Duke
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Lyrics

I’ve flown a (C)round the (Ebdim7)world in a (Dm7)plane;

I’ve set tled (E7)rev o (A)lu tions in (D7)Spain;

the North Pole (C)I have (Ebdim)chart ed, but (Dm7)can’t get (G7)start ed with (C)you.

A round a (C)golf course (Ebdim)I’m un der (Dm7)par,

and all the (E7)mov ies (A)want me to star.

I’ve got a (C)house, a (Ebdim)show place, but (Dm7)I got (G7)no place with (C)you.

You’re so su (A)preme,

(A7)lyr ics I write of you, (D6)scheme

(D6)just for a sight of you, (Dm)dream

(G7)both day and night of you.

(C)And

(A7)what

(D7)good does it (G7)do?

In nine teen (C)twen ty (Ebdim)nine I sold (Dm7)short;

in Eng land (E7)I’m pre (A)sent ed at (D7)court,

but you’ve got (C)me down (A7)heart ed ’cause I (Dm7)can’t get (G7)start ed with (C)you.

I Can't Get Started — Simple Sheet Music

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"I Can't Get Started" 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, 88 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 “I Can't Get Started”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Can't Get Started"?
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 "I Can't Get Started" by Vernon Duke played in?
I Can't Get Started 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 "I Can't Get Started"?
The arrangement plays at 88 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I Can't Get Started" 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 "I Can't Get Started"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I Can't Get Started"?
"I Can't Get Started" was originally performed by Vernon Duke. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Vernon Duke can I play here?
Try "Autumn In New York". 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 "I Can't Get Started". Key of C, 88 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.