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(G)When you were lone ly, you (D)need ed a man,
(G)some one to lean on; well, (D)I un der stand.
(C)It’s on ly nat ’ral, but (D)why did it have to be (G)me?
(G)Nights can be emp ty, and (D)nights can be cold,
(G)so you were look ing for (D)some one to hold.
(C)That’s on ly nat ’ral, but (D)why did it have to be (G)me?
(G)me?
(C)I was so lone some; I was blue.
(G)I could n’t help it, it had to be you, and I
al ways thought you knew the rea son why.
I on ly want ed a lit tle love af fair;
now I can see you are be gin ning to care.
But (G)ba by,
be (C)lieve me,
it’s (A7)bet ter
(G)to for get me.
(G)Men are the toys in the (D)game that you play.
(G)When you get tir ed, you (D)throw them a way.
(C)That’s on ly nat ’ral, but (D)why did it have to be (G)me?
Fall ing in love with a (E)wom an like you
(A)hap pens so quick ly, there’s (E)noth ing to do.
(D)It’s on ly nat ’ral, but (E)why did it have to be (A)me?
(D)I was so lone some; I was blue.
(A)I could n’t help it, it had to be you, and I
al ways thought you knew the rea son why.
I on ly want ed a lit tle love af fair;
now I can see you are be gin ning to care.
But (A)ba by,
be (D)lieve me,
it’s (B7)bet ter
(A)to for get me.
Why Did It Have To Be Me — Simple Sheet Music
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"Why Did It Have To Be Me" 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 G, 114 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 “Why Did It Have To Be Me”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Why Did It Have To Be Me"?
- 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 "Why Did It Have To Be Me" by ABBA played in?
- Why Did It Have To Be Me is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Why Did It Have To Be Me"?
- The arrangement plays at 114 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Why Did It Have To Be Me" 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 "Why Did It Have To Be Me"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Why Did It Have To Be Me"?
- "Why Did It Have To Be Me" was originally performed by ABBA. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by ABBA can I play here?
- Try "MONEY, MONEY, MONEY", "DOES YOUR MOTHER KNOW", "THE WINNER TAKES IT ALL". 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 "Why Did It Have To Be Me". Key of G, 114 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.