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There’s (F)noth ing in the world ’lin’ that ’ll (C7)ev er take the place of God’s (F)love.
I’ve (F)Sil ver and of gold could nev er (C7)buy a His of love from a (F)bove.
When my (Bb)soul needs heal in’ and I be gin to feel in’ His (F)pow’r,
I can say, “Thank the Lord, I would n’t (C7)take noth in’ for my jour ney (F)now.”
Well, I would n’t take noth in’ for my (F7)jour ney now.
I’ve got ta make it to heav’n some how, (F)though the dev il tempts me and (Dm)tries to turn me a (Gm)round.
He’s (F)of fered ev ’ry thing that’s (F7)got a name, all the (Bb)wealth I want and world ly fame.
If I (F)could, still I would n’t take (C7)noth in’ for my jour ney (F)now.
I (F)start ed out the trav ’lin’ for the (C7)Lord er man y years of a (F)go.
I’ve (F)had a lot of heart could aches, er (C7)met a lot of grief from and (F)woe.
When And (Bb)when I would stum ble, then I would to hum in’ ble (F)down,
and can there I would say, “I would n’t (C7)take noth in’ for my jour ney (F)now.”
Well, I would n’t take noth in’ for my (F7)jour ney now.
I’ve got ta make it to heav’n some how, (F)though the dev il tempts me and (Dm)tries to turn me a (Gm)round.
He’s (F)of fered ev ’ry thing that’s (F7)got a name, all the (Bb)wealth I want and world ly fame.
If I (F)could, still I would n’t take (C7)noth in’ for my jour ney (F)now.
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I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now — Simple Sheet Music
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"I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now" 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, 152 BPM.
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About “I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now"?
- 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 Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now" by Jimmie Davis played in?
- I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now 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 "I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now"?
- The arrangement plays at 152 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now" 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 "I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now"?
- "I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now" was originally performed by Jimmie Davis. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Jimmie Davis can I play here?
- Try "You Are My Sunshine". 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 Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now". Key of Bb, 152 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.