Oh Happy Day

by Edwin R. Hawkins
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Lyrics

Oh, hap py day!

hap py (Bb)day!

Oh, hap py day!

Oh, hap py day!

(D7)When Je sus (Gm7)washed, when Je sus washed,

when Je sus (Gm7)washed, when Je sus washed, when Je sus (Gm7)washed, when Je sus washed, washed my sins a way.

hap py (Bb)day!

Oh, hap py day!

hap py (Bb)day!

(F)La la la la la la la la (Bb)la.

la la la la la la la (F)La la la la la.

(Bb)La la la la la.

(D)La la la la la la la.

La la la la la la la.

La la la la la.

La la la la la.

Oh, hap py day!

hap py day!

Oh, hap py day!

Oh, hap py (B)day!

When Je sus (Em7)washed, when Je sus washed, when Je sus (Em7)washed, when Je sus washed, when Je sus (Em)washed, when Je sus (A7)washed, he washed my sins a (D)way.

la la la la la la.

La la la la la la la.

La la la la la.

La la la la la.

(Eb)He taught me (Bb)how

(Bb7)to (Eb)watch,

fight and pray.

(Eb)Fight and pray!

(Eb)And live re (Bb)joic

(Bb7)ing ev

(Eb)’ry, ev ’ry day.

(Eb)Ev ’ry (Bb)day!

(F)Oh, hap py day!

hap py (F)day!

Oh, hap py day!

Oh, hap py day!

When Je sus (Dm7)washed, when Je sus washed, when Je sus (Dm7)washed, when Je sus washed, when Je sus washed

Je sus washed my sins a (C)way.

Oh, hap py (F)day!

I’m talk ing ’bout that (C)hap py day!

hap py (F)day!

(C)way.

Oh, hap py (F)day!

I’m talk ing ’bout that (C)hap py Oh, hap py (F)day!

Oh, hap py (F)day!

Oh, hap py (F)day!

Oh, hap py (F)day!

(Bb)Oh, (F)hap py (C)day!

Oh Happy Day — Simple Sheet Music

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"Oh Happy Day" 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.

About “Oh Happy Day

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Oh Happy Day"?
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 "Oh Happy Day" by Edwin R. Hawkins played in?
Oh Happy Day 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 "Oh Happy Day"?
The arrangement plays at 104 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Oh Happy Day" 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 "Oh Happy Day"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Oh Happy Day"?
"Oh Happy Day" was originally performed by Edwin R. Hawkins. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
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 "Oh Happy Day". 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.

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