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(Em)Go a head, throw your (Dsus)rocks at me from your (G)lit tle glass house, and then (G5)take off run ning.
You’re no bet ter than me.
We’ve (G)both made mis takes
in ten tion al ly.
And I won’t do what (Dsus)you keep do ing and (G)sit in judge ment of a (G5)house I ined.
I don’t claim to be proud, but my (G)head won’t be hung in shame.
I did n’t (D)plan it,
but the (G)light turned (C)red and I (D)ran it.
And (G)I’m (C)still (Dsus)stand ing.
It’s (Em)not what I want ed, (G)but now that it’s right (A7)here,
I un der (C)stand it.
A (Em)sto ry writ ten (G)by my own (C)hand, it’s
(Em)life bit ing (G)right at your heels.
I did n’t plan it, but it’s (D)fi nal ly some thing
to feel,
oh.
(Em)Look a round you, ain’t no (Dsus)saints here, ba by.
We’re (G)all just look ing for a (G5)lit tle less cra zy.
And some times it’s a (Dsus)hard left turn down a (G)road you’d nev er thought you’d (G5)see.
(Em)Don’t you think deal ing (Dsus)blame is a haz ard?
I’m not the on ly one whose (A7)dark side has her.
I did n’t (C)plan it.
Tak ing (Em)back what’s (G)been tak en for (D)grant ed,
’cause (G)I (C)can’t (Dsus)stand it.
I’m (Em)sick of the way I’ve (G)been wait ing to break (A7)free.
I need ed (C)sav ing, and a (G)good mis (C)take need ed (D)mak ing.
(Em)May be you (F)need the same thing.
thing.
I
did n’t plan it.
Tak ing (Em)back what’s (G)been tak en for grant ed.
I’m (G)sick of the way I’ve (C)been try in’ to break (A7)free.
I did n’t (C)plan it, but it’s (D)fi nal ly some thing to feel,
some thing to feel.
(G)Mm.
I Didn't Plan It — Simple Sheet Music
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"I Didn't Plan It" 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 E, 121 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 Didn't Plan It”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Didn't Plan It"?
- 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 Didn't Plan It" by Sara Bareilles played in?
- I Didn't Plan It is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "I Didn't Plan It"?
- The arrangement plays at 121 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Didn't Plan It" 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 Didn't Plan It"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Didn't Plan It"?
- "I Didn't Plan It" was originally performed by Sara Bareilles. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "I Didn't Plan It"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: A6, A7, A9, C, D, Dsus4, Em, F, +2 more.
- What other songs by Sara Bareilles can I play here?
- Try "Vegas", "Hold My Heart", "1000 TIMES". 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 Didn't Plan It". Key of E, 121 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.