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He put it (Em7)on me, I put it (Bm7)on, like (D)there was noth ing (G)wrong.
It did n’t (Em7)fit, it was n’t (Bm7)right,
(D)was n’t just the (G)size.
They say you (Em7)know when you (D)know.
got ta I my don’t ter (G)know.
so we (Em)make per fect (Bm)shapes.
If I did n’t feel if the fair y tale (Em7)feel ing, you can’t see the no.
for Am (C)I One a stu pid girl worth ev ’ry for e ven (Em7)dream he’ll be ing that (D)that ish es I ten could?
If it’s not like the (F)mov ies,
that’s how it (F)should be.
When he’s the (C)one, I’ll come un (Em7)done, and my (Bm)world will stop (Am)spin ning.
And that’s (G)just the be gin ning.
He Snow White (Em7)said me, when I was (Bm7)young, “One (D)day my prince will (G)come.” It So n’t (Em7)I wait for that (Bm7)date.
(D)was n’t just the (G)They say it’s hard (Em7)to meet your (D)match, got ta find my bet ter (G)half, so we (Em)make per fect (Bm)shapes.
If stars don’t a lign, if it does n’t stop (Em7)time, if you can’t see the sign, wait for it.
(C)I One hun dred per cent, worth ev ’ry pen ny spent, (Em7)dream he’ll be the that (D)fin ish es your ten ces.
If it’s not like the (F)mov ies,
that’s how it (F)should be.
When he’s the (C)one, I’ll come un (Em7)done, and my (Bm)world will stop (Am)spin ning.
And that’s (G)just the be gin ning.
gin ing.
Oh, oh,
(Em)yeah.
’Cause I know you’re (G)out there.
And you’re, you’re look ing for (Am)me,
oh.
It’s a cra zy i (G)dea that
you were
made per fect (Am)ly (G)for (C)me,
(Em)you (D)see.
Just like the (F)mov ies,
that’s how it (F)will be.
Cin e (C)mat ic and dra (Em7)mat ic with (Bm)the per fect (Am)end ing.
Ooh,
it’s not like the mov (G)ies,
but that’s how it (G)should be.
When he’s the (C)one, you’ll come un (Em)done, and your (Bm)world will stop (Am)spin ing.
And it’s (G)just the be
gin ning.
Not Like The Movies — Simple Sheet Music
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"Not Like The Movies" 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 G, 90 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 “Not Like The Movies”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Not Like The Movies"?
- 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 "Not Like The Movies" by Katy Perry played in?
- Not Like The Movies is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Not Like The Movies"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Not Like The Movies" 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 "Not Like The Movies"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Not Like The Movies"?
- "Not Like The Movies" was originally performed by Katy Perry. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Katy Perry can I play here?
- Try "BY THE GRACE OF GOD", "CHAINED TO THE RHYTHM", "DARK HORSE". 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 "Not Like The Movies". Key of G, 90 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.