Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)

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Lyrics

(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?

(C)I was so lone some; I was blue.

(G)I could n’t help it, it had to be you, and (D7)I

al ways thought you knew the rea son (G)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 (D)get me.

(G)Men are the toys in the (D)game that you play.

(G)When you are ti red, you (D)throw them a way.

(C)That’s on ly nat ’ral, but (D)why did it have to be (G)me?

(G)Fall ing in love with a (D)wom an like you

(G)hap pens so quick ly, there’s (D)noth ing to do.

(C)It’s on ly nat ’ral, but (D)why did it have to be (G)me?

Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) — Simple Sheet Music

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"Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)" 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, 110 BPM.

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About “Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)"?
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? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)" by ABBA played in?
Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) 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? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)"?
The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)" 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 "Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)"?
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Who composed "Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)"?
"Why Did It Have To Be Me? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)" 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? (From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)". Key of G, 110 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.