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(C)Oh, I’m on my (G)way, I know I am.
(F)Some where not so (Em)far from here.
(F)All I know is (E)all I feel right now.
I feel the (D)pow er grow ing (F)in my (Am)hair.
(C)Sit ting on my (G)own, not by my self, es,
(F)ev ’ry bod y’s (Em)here with me.
(F)I don’t need to (E)touch your face to know, and I don’t (D)need to use my (F)eyes to (Am)see.
I keep on (E)won d’ring if I (A)sleep too (D)long,
will I al ways (E)wake up the same (G)(or (F)so.)
And keep on (E)won d’ring if I (A)sleep too (D)long,
will I e ven (E7)wake up a (A)gain (G)or (D)some (F)thing?
(C)Oh, I’m on my (G)way, I know I am.
(F)Times there were when (Em)I thought not,
(F)bleed ing half my (E)soul in bad pan y.
I thank the (D)moon I had the (F)strength to (Am)stop.
(C)I’m not mak ing (G)love to an one’s wish all
(F)on ly for that (Em)light I see.
(F)When I’m dead and (E)low ered in my grave, that’s gon na (D)be the on ly (F)thing left (Am)of
And if I (E)make it to the (A)wa ter (D)side,
will I e ven (E)find me a boat (G)(or (F)so?)
And if I (E)make it to the (A)wa ter (D)side,
I’ll be sure to (E7)write you a (A)gain (G)or (D)some (F)thing?
(A)note (G)or (D)some (F)thing.
(D)wind up where you (F)start ed (D)from,
you’re gon na wind up where you (F)start ed from.
Sitting — Simple Sheet Music
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"Sitting" 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, 106 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 “Sitting”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Sitting"?
- 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 "Sitting" by Cat Stevens played in?
- Sitting 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 "Sitting"?
- The arrangement plays at 106 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Sitting" 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 "Sitting"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Sitting"?
- "Sitting" was originally performed by Cat Stevens. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Cat Stevens can I play here?
- Try "MATTHEW AND SON", "WHERE DO THE CHILDREN PLAY", "WILD WORLD". 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 "Sitting". Key of C, 106 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.