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Well, (Am)I was sit (Am7)ting, wait ing, wish ing (G)you be lieved (G7)in su per sti tions; (F7)then may be you’d see n’t worth the signs.
But (Am7)Lord be knows that this world is cruel and I (G)ain’t the Lord, (G7)no, I’m just a fool, learn ing (F7)lov ing ing some bod y don’t make them ed love you.
I can’t (E)al (E7)ways be wait ing, (E7)wait ing on you.
I can’t (E)al (E7)ways be play ing, (E7)play ing your fool.
I (Am)sang your songs, (Am7)I danced your dance; I (G)gave your friends (G7)my all a chance.
I’d (F7)Put ting with them was en me nev er
Oh, (Am7)may be you’ve been through this be fore, but it’s (G)my first time, (G7)would so please ig nore the ing (F7)next ing few lines ’cause y they’re di rect ed at you.
Must I (E)al (E7)ways be wait ing, (E7)wait ing on you?
Must I (E)al (E7)ways be play ing, (E7)play ing your fool?
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I keep play ing your part, but it’s not my scene.
Won’t this plot not twist?
I’ve had e (F)nough mys ter y.
Keep build ing it up, but then you’re shoot ing me down.
But I’m al read y down; just wait a min ute.
(G7)Just sit ting, wait ing.
(C7)Just wait a min ute.
Just sit ting, wait ing.
Well,
No, I can’t (E)al (E7)ways be wait ing, (E7)wait ing on you.
I can’t (E)al (E7)ways be play ing, (E7)play ing your fool,
fool.
Mm, (Am)mm.
Sitting, Waiting, Wishing — Simple Sheet Music
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"Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" 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 A, 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, Waiting, Wishing”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing"?
- 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, Waiting, Wishing" by Jack Johnson played in?
- Sitting, Waiting, Wishing is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing"?
- The arrangement plays at 106 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" 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, Waiting, Wishing"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing"?
- "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" was originally performed by Jack Johnson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Jack Johnson can I play here?
- Try "Monsoon", "Flake", "If I Had Eyes". 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, Waiting, Wishing". Key of A, 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.