When Will My Life Begin

by Mandy Moore
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(B)Sev en a.

m., the u su al morn ing (E5)line up.

(B)Start on the chores, and sweep ’til the floor’s all (E5)clean.

(C)Pol ish and wax, do laun dry, and mop, and (G)shine up.

Sweep a (B)gain, and by (E)then it’s, like, (F#7)sev en fif (B7)teen.

And so I’ll (E)read a (E)book, or may be (F#m7)two or (E)three; I’ll add a (C#m7)few more (F#7)paint ings to my (A)gal ler (E)y; I’ll (B)play gui (C#m7)tar, and (F#7)knit, and cook, and (A)ba sic ’ly just won der, (F#7sus)“When will my (B7sus)life be (E)gin?”

(B)Then af ter lunch, it’s puz zles, and darts and (E5)bak ing...

(B)pa pier ché, a bit of bal let and (E5)chess...

(C)pot ter y and ven tril o quy, can dle (G)mak ing...

then I’ll (B)stretch, may be (E)sketch, take a (F#7)climb, sew a (B7)dress.

And I’ll re (E)read the (E)books if I have (F#m7)time to (E)spare.

I’ll paint the (C#m7)walls some (F#7)more; I’m sure there’s (A)room some (E)where.

And (B)then I’ll (C#m7)brush, and (F#7)brush and brush, and (A)brush my hair, stuck in the (F#7sus)“When will my (B7sus)life be (E)gin?”

(F#7sus)same place I’ve (Esus2)al (G#)ways (C#m)been,

and I’ll keep (F#7sus)won d’ring and (E)won d’ring and (A)won d’ring and (G#m)won (C#7)d’ring, (F#7sus)“When will my (B7sus)life be (E)gin?”

To mor row night...

the (E)lights will ap (A)pear,

(E)just like they (A6)do on my (E)birth day each (F#m7)year.

(C#m7)What is it (F#7)like

out (B7sus)there where they (E7)glow?

(A6)Now that I’m (E)old er, Moth er (A)might just let me (Bsus)go...

When Will My Life Begin — Simple Sheet Music

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"When Will My Life Begin" 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 E, 104 BPM.

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

About “When Will My Life Begin

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "When Will My Life Begin"?
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 Will My Life Begin" by Mandy Moore played in?
When Will My Life Begin is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "When Will My Life Begin"?
The arrangement plays at 104 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "When Will My Life Begin" 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 Will My Life Begin"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "When Will My Life Begin"?
"When Will My Life Begin" was originally performed by Mandy Moore. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "When Will My Life Begin"?
This arrangement uses 20 chords: A, A6, B, B7, Bsus4, C, C#7, C#m, +12 more.
What other songs by Mandy Moore can I play here?
Try "I'VE GOT A DREAM", "I WANNA BE WITH YOU", "ONLY HOPE". 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 "When Will My Life Begin". Key of E, 104 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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