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Why can’t we be (G)hum ble,
like the (C7)good Lord said?
He prom ised to ex (C)alt us,
but (F)low is the way.
How man be so (G)greed y
when there’s (C7)so much left?
All things are God (C)giv en, and we (F)all have been blessed.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned it; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants it (C7)to be.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned it; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants it (C7)to be.
Let not your heart be trou bled.
Let mourn ing, (C7)sob bing cease.
Just learn how to help (C)one an oth er, and (F)live in per fect peace.
If we all would be (Em7)hum ble,
like the (C7)good Lord said,
He said He would ex (C)alt us all, but (F)low is the way.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned it; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants it (C7)to be.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned it; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants it (C7)to be.
I hope you get the mes sage.
When you won’t, some (C7)bod y will.
You may not un der stand me,
but (F)Bill y will love you still.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned me; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants me (C7)to be.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned it; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants it (C7)to be.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned it; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants it (C7)to be.
(C)That’s the way
God (G)planned it; (Am)that’s the way God (C)wants it (C7)to be.
That's The Way God Planned It — Simple Sheet Music
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"That's The Way God Planned It" 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, 69 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “That's The Way God Planned It”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "That's The Way God Planned It"?
- 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 "That's The Way God Planned It" by Billy Preston played in?
- That's The Way God Planned It 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 "That's The Way God Planned It"?
- The arrangement plays at 69 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "That's The Way God Planned It" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "That's The Way God Planned It"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "That's The Way God Planned It"?
- "That's The Way God Planned It" was originally performed by Billy Preston. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "That's The Way God Planned It"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: Am, Am7, Bb, C, C7, Dm7, Em7, F, +2 more.
- What other songs by Billy Preston can I play here?
- Try "OUTA-SPACE", "WITH YOU I'M BORN AGAIN", "WILL IT GO ROUND IN CIRCLES". 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 "That's The Way God Planned It". Key of C, 69 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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