Other arrangements of The Only Exception
Pick a learning view.
(C)When I was young er, I saw
my dad dy (Gm)cry and curse at the (F)wind.
He (C)broke his own heart, and I watched as he tried to (Gm)re as sem a ble (F)it.
And (C)my ma ma swore that she would
nev er let (Gm)her f’ta self for (F)get.
tance.
And (C)that was the day that I prom ised I’d nev er sing of (Gm)love if it does not ex (F)ist.
But, dar lin’, (C)you
are the on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (Gm6)you
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (C)you
are the on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (Gm6)you
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
Well (F)ness,
be cause (Fmaj9)none of it was ev er worth the risk.
Well, (C)you
are the on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (Gm6)you
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (C)you
are the on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (Gm6)you
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
I’ve got a (Dm7)tight grip on re al i ty, but I can’t
let (C)go of what’s in front of me (G)here.
I know you’re (Dm7)leav ing in the morn ing when you wake up.
Leave me (C)with some kind of proof it’s not a (G)dream.
Oh.
(C)You
are the on ly ex cep tion.
(Gm6)You
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
(C)You
are the on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (Gm6)you
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
(C)You
are the on ly ex cep tion.
(Gm6)You
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
(C)You
are the on ly ex cep tion.
Well, (Gm6)you
are the (Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
(Fmaj7)on ly ex cep tion.
And (Bbmaj7)I’m
on my (Fmaj7)way to be liev ing.
Oh, and (Bbmaj7)I’m
on my (Fmaj7)way to be liev ing.
The Only Exception — Simple Sheet Music
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"The Only Exception" 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, 72 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 “The Only Exception”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "The Only Exception"?
- 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 "The Only Exception" by Glee Cast played in?
- The Only Exception 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 "The Only Exception"?
- The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Only Exception" 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 "The Only Exception"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Only Exception"?
- "The Only Exception" was originally performed by Glee Cast. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Glee Cast can I play here?
- Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". 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 "The Only Exception". Key of C, 72 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.