This Is It

by Michael Jackson
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Lyrics

This is it,

here I stand

I’m the light of the world, I feel grand.

Got this love

I can feel;

and I know, yes for sure, it is real.

And it feels as though I’ve seen your face a (Bb)thou sand times, and you said you real ly know me just your self.

And I know that you have got ad dict ed (Bb)with your eyes, but you say you’re gon na live it for your self.

Oh.

I nev er heard a sin gle (Bbmaj7)word a bout you;

fall ing in love was n’t my plan.

I nev er thought that I would (Bbmaj7)be your lov er.

Come on, please, just un der stand.

This is it

I can say;

I’m the light of your world, run a way.

We can feel

this is real;

ev ’ry time I’m in love, then I feel.

And I feel as though I’ve known you since a (Bb)thou sand years, and you tell me that you’ve seen my face be fore.

And you said to me you don’t want me ed (Bb)hang ing round; but man y I wan na do it here be fore.

yeah.

I nev er heard a sin gle (Bbmaj7)word a bout you;

fall ing in love was n’t my plan.

I nev er thought that I would (Bbmaj7)be your lov er.

Come on, please, just un der stand.

This it it -

I nev er heard a sin gle (Bbmaj7)word a bout you;

fall ing in love was n’t my plan.

I nev er thought that I would (Bbmaj7)be your lov er.

Come on, please, just un der stand.

I nev er heard a sin gle (Bbmaj7)word a bout you;

fall ing in love was n’t my plan.

I nev er thought that I would (Bbmaj7)be your lov er.

Come on, please, just un der stand.

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This Is It — Simple Sheet Music

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"This Is 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 Bb, 96 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “This Is It”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "This Is 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 "This Is It" by Michael Jackson played in?
This Is It 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 "This Is It"?
The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "This Is It" 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 "This Is It"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "This Is It"?
"This Is It" was originally performed by Michael Jackson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Michael Jackson can I play here?
Try "MAN IN THE MIRROR", "YOU ROCK MY WORLD", "LOVING YOU". 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 "This Is It". Key of Bb, 96 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.