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For the way you change (Cm7)my plans,
for be ing the per fect dis (Cm7)trac tion,
for (F7)the way you took the i de (Bbm)a that I had of (Bbm7)ev ’ry thing that I want ed to have, and (Bbm)made me see (Bbm)there was some thing miss ing.
For the end ing of my first (Cm7)be gin,
and for the rare and un ex pect (Cm7)ed friend,
for (F7)the way you’re some thing that (Bbm)I’d nev er choose, but (Bbm7)at the same time, some thing I (Bbm)don’t wan na lose (Bbm)and nev er wan na be with (Bbm)out, ev er a gain.
You’re the (Ab)best thing I nev er knew (Eb)I need ed,
(Eb)so (Db6)when you ap peared
I (Dbm6)had no i de a.
You’re the (Ab)best thing I nev er knew (Eb)I need ed,
(Eb)so (Db6)now it’s so clear
(Dbm6)I need you here al ways.
My ac ci den tal “hap (Cm7)pi ly
(ev er af ter),”
the way you smile, and how you com (Cm7)fort me
(with your laugh ter.) I (F7)must ad mit you were not a (Bbm)part of my book, but (Bbm7)now if you o pen it up (Bbm)and take a look, (Bbm)you’re the be gin ning and the (Bbm)end of ev ’ry chap ter.
You’re the (Ab)best thing I nev er knew (Eb)I need ed,
(Eb)so (Db6)when you ap peared
I (Dbm6)had no i de a.
You’re the (Ab)best thing I nev er knew (Eb)I need ed,
(Eb)so (Db6)now it’s so clear
(Dbm6)I need you here al ways.
Who (Db)knew that I could be
so (Db)un ex pect ed ly,
un de (Db)ni ab ly (C)hap py, yeah.
So with you right here, right here next to me,
could you You’re know?
best thing I nev er knew I need ed,
(Eb)so (Db6)when you ap peared
I (Dbm6)had no i de a.
You’re the (Ab)best thing I nev er knew (Eb)I need ed,
(Eb)so (Db6)now it’s so clear
(Dbm6)I need you here al ways.
(Db)Now it’s so clear,
(Dbm6)I need you here al (Ab)ways.
Never Knew I Needed — Simple Sheet Music
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"Never Knew I Needed" 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 Db, 72 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.
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About “Never Knew I Needed”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Never Knew I Needed"?
- 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 "Never Knew I Needed" by Ne-Yo played in?
- Never Knew I Needed is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Never Knew I Needed"?
- The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Never Knew I Needed" 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 "Never Knew I Needed"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Never Knew I Needed"?
- "Never Knew I Needed" was originally performed by Ne-Yo. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Never Knew I Needed"?
- This arrangement uses 17 chords: Ab, Bbm, Bbm7, C, C7, Cm7, Db, Db6, +9 more.
- What other songs by Ne-Yo can I play here?
- Try "MAD", "LET ME LOVE YOU", "TIME". 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 "Never Knew I Needed". Key of Db, 72 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.
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