When I Get Where I'm Goin'

by Brad Paisley featuring Dolly Parton
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When (Am)I get where I’m go in’,

on the (Dm7)far side (C)of the (F)sky,

the first thing (G)that I’m (Am)gon na do is (F)spread my (Am)wings and (Gsus)fly.

I’m gon na (Am)land be (G)side a (C)lion

and run my (Dm7)fin gers (C)through his (F)mane.

Or (F)I might find out (Am)what it’s like to (F)ride a (Am)drop of rain.

Yeah, when (F)I get where I’m go in’,

there’ll be (C)on ly hap py tears.

I will (G)shed the sins and strug gles I have (F)car ried all these years.

And I’ll (F)leave my (Bb)heart (F)wide o pen,

I will (Am)love and have no fear.

Yeah, when (G)I get where I’m go in’,

don’t (G)cry for me down (F)here.

I’m gon na (Am)walk with my grand (C)dad dy

and he’ll (Dm7)match me (C)step for step.

And I’ll tell him how I’ve (Am)missed him (C)ev ’ry (F)min ute since he left.

And (C)then I’ll hug his (G)neck.

Yeah, when (C)here.

So much (Eb)pain and so much dark ness in this (F7)world we stum ble through.

All these (Ab)ques tions I can’t an swer and (Bb)so much work to do.

But when I get where I’m (Am)go in’,

and I (Dm7)see my (C)Mak er’s (F)face,

I’ll (F)stand for (G)ev er in the light of (F)His a maz ing (Dm7)grace!

Yeah, when I get where I’m go in’,

oh, when (F)I get where I’m go in’,

there’ll be (C)on ly hap py tears.

Hal le (F)lu

jah.

I will (C)love and have no fear.

When (F)I

get where

I’m

(C)go in’.

Yeah, when I get where I’m go in’.

When I Get Where I'm Goin' — Simple Sheet Music

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"When I Get Where I'm Goin'" 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, 176 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “When I Get Where I'm Goin'

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "When I Get Where I'm Goin'"?
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 "When I Get Where I'm Goin'" by Brad Paisley featuring Dolly Parton played in?
When I Get Where I'm Goin' 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 "When I Get Where I'm Goin'"?
The arrangement plays at 176 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "When I Get Where I'm Goin'" 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 "When I Get Where I'm Goin'"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "When I Get Where I'm Goin'"?
"When I Get Where I'm Goin'" was originally performed by Brad Paisley featuring Dolly Parton. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "When I Get Where I'm Goin'"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: Ab, Am, Bb, C, Dm7, Eb, F, F7, +5 more.
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 "When I Get Where I'm Goin'". Key of C, 176 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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