Other arrangements of Make It Happen
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Not more than three short years a (Bb)go I was a ban doned and a (Dm7)lone, with out a pen ny to my (Bb)name, so ver y young and so a (Dm7)fraid.
No prop er shoes up on my (Bb)feet.
Some times I could n’t e ven (Dm7)eat.
I of ten cried my self to (Bb)sleep, but still I had to keep on go ing,
nev er (Am7)know ing
if I could (Bb)take it,
if I would (Gm)make (F)it (Eb)through (F)the (Bb)night.
I held on to my (Am7)faith.
I strug gled and I (G)prayed.
And now I’ve (A)found my way.
If you be lieve in your self e nough and (Bb)know what you want, you’re gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
And if you get down on your knees at night and (Bb)pray to the Lord, He’s gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
I know (Dm7)life can be so tough and you (Bb)feel like giv ing up, but you (Dm7)must be strong, ba by, (Bb)just hold on.
You’ll nev er find the an swers if you (Bb)throw your life a way.
I used to feel the way you (Bb)do, still I have to keep on go ing,
nev er (Am7)know ing
if I could (Bb)take it,
if I would (Gm)make (F)it (Eb)through (F)the (Bb)night.
I held on to my (Am7)faith.
I strug gled and I (G)prayed.
And now I’ve (A)found my way.
If you be lieve in your self e nough and (Bb)know what you want, you’re gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
And if you get down on your knees at night and (Bb)pray to the Lord, He’s gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
I know (Dm7)life can be so tough and you (Bb)feel like giv ing up, but you (Dm7)must be strong, ba by, (Bb)just hold on.
You’ll nev er find the an swers if you (Bb)throw your life a way.
I used to feel the way you (Bb)do, still I have to keep on If you be lieve in your self e nough and (Bb)know what you want, you’re gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
And if you get down on your knees at night and (Bb)pray to the Lord, He’s gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.) Make it hap (Dm7)pen.
I held on to my (Bb)hap pen.)
I once was lost but now I’m (Bb)found.
I got my feet on sol id (Dm7)ground.
Thank you, (Bb)Lord.
If you be lieve with in your soul, just hold on tight and don’t let go.
You can make it.
Make it hap (Dm)pen.
If you be lieve in your self e nough and (Bb)know what you want, you’re gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
And if you get down on your knees at night and (Bb)pray to the Lord, He’s gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
If you be lieve in your self e nough and (Bb)know what you want, you’re gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
And if you get down on your knees at night and (Bb)pray to the Lord, He’s gon na make it (Dm7)hap pen.
(Make it (Bb)hap pen.)
(Bb)hap pen.)
Make It Happen — Simple Sheet Music
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"Make It Happen" 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, 104 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 “Make It Happen”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Make It Happen"?
- 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 "Make It Happen" by Mariah Carey played in?
- Make It Happen 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 "Make It Happen"?
- The arrangement plays at 104 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Make It Happen" 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 "Make It Happen"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Make It Happen"?
- "Make It Happen" was originally performed by Mariah Carey. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Mariah Carey can I play here?
- Try "THANK GOD I FOUND YOU", "ALWAYS BE MY BABY", "MY ALL". 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 "Make It Happen". Key of Bb, 104 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.