Just My Imagination

by The Temptations
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Each (C)day through my win dow I watch her as she pass es (C)by.

i

I (Dm7)say to my self, home out in “You’re such try a luck y dren, (C)guy.

be

I tell you, To have a girl like (Dm7)her

is tru ly (C)a dream come true.

Out of (C)all the fel lows (Dm7)in the world,

she be longs to you.”

But it was (Dm7)just my i mag i na tion once a gain,

(C)run nin’ a way with me.

Tell in’ you, it was (C)just my i mag i na (Dm7)tion

run nin’ a (C)way with me.

(C)day through my Soon we’ll be mar ried as and raise a (C)fam i

A (Dm7)co zy lit self, home out in “You’re coun try with two y dren, (C)may be

I tell you, I have a girl like (Dm7)her

can vis ual (C)ize dream it all.

This could (C)n’t be a dream, (Dm7)far too real

it all seems.

to you.”

But it was (Dm7)just my i mag i na tion once a gain,

(C)run nin’ a way with me.

Tell in’ you, it was (C)just my i mag i na (Dm7)tion

run nin’ a (C)way with me.

(C)way with me.

Ev ’ry night on my knees I pray,

“Dear Lord,

hear my plea.

Don’t ev er let an oth er take her love from me, or I would (G7)sure ly die.”

Her love is heav en ly.

When her arms en fold me, I hear a ten der rhap so dy.

But in re al i ty,

she does n’t e ven know me.

(Dm7)Just my i mag i na tion, once a gain,

(C)run nin’ a way with me.

(Dm7)Oh,

tell you, it was (C)just my i mag i na (Dm7)tion

run nin’ a (C)way with me.

It was: (Dm7)Just my i mag i na tion, once a gain,

(C)run nin’ a way with me.

(Dm7)Oh,

tell you, it was (C)just my i mag i na (Dm7)tion

run nin’ a (C)way with me.

It was:

Just My Imagination — Simple Sheet Music

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"Just My Imagination" 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, 100 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Just My Imagination”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Just My Imagination"?
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 "Just My Imagination" by The Temptations played in?
Just My Imagination 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 "Just My Imagination"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Just My Imagination" 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 "Just My Imagination"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Just My Imagination"?
"Just My Imagination" was originally performed by The Temptations. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Just My Imagination"?
This arrangement uses 3 chords: C, Dm7, G7. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by The Temptations can I play here?
Try "I'M LOSING YOU", "BALL OF CONFUSION", "AIN'T TOO PROUD TO BEG". 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 "Just My Imagination". Key of C, 100 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.