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(CN.C.)Friends we’ve (Amaj7)been
for (C#m)so long.
(B)Now true (Amaj7)col
(B)ors are show ing.
(B)Makes me wan na (B)cry, oh yes it does,
’cause (Amaj7)I have to say good bye.
(E)By (B)now (Amaj7)I
(B)should know
(B)that in time, (Amaj7)things
(B)must change.
(E)So it (B)should n’t (Amaj7)be
(B)so bad.
So (Amaj7)why do I feel so sad?
(E)How (B)can (Amaj7)I
(B)ad just
(B)to the way that (B)things are go ing?
(E)It’s kill ing me (B)slow ly.
Oh,
I just (Amaj7)want it to be
how it (C#m)used to be, yeah, ’cause I (Amaj7)wish that (B)I could stay.
(B)But in time, (Amaj7)things
(B)must change.
(E)So it (B)should n’t (Amaj7)be
(B)so bad.
So (Amaj7)why do I feel so sad?
You can not hide the way you feel in side, I re al ize.
Your ac tions speak much loud er than words,
so tell me why.
By now (Amaj7)I
(B)should know
(B)that in time, (Amaj7)things
(B)must change.
(E)So it (B)should n’t (Amaj7)be
(B)so bad.
So (Amaj7)why do I feel so sad?
(E)By (B)now (Amaj7)I
(B)should know
(B)that in time, (Amaj7)things
(B)must change.
(E)So it (B)should n’t (Amaj7)be
(B)so bad.
So (Amaj7)why do I feel so sad?
(E)By (B)now
(Amaj7)(Why do I feel so sad?)
(Amaj7)(Why do I feel so sad?)
Just be clear with (B)me; just be truth ful.
Take a rest, I’m giv in’ up to (Amaj7)this one.
Why does it (Amaj7)feel so bad in side when I (C#m)re al ize that you’ve (Amaj7)got to be left (B)be hind?
Why Do I Feel So Sad — Simple Sheet Music
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"Why Do I Feel So Sad" 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, 90 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 Do I Feel So Sad”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Why Do I Feel So Sad"?
- 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 Do I Feel So Sad" by Alicia Keys played in?
- Why Do I Feel So Sad 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 "Why Do I Feel So Sad"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Why Do I Feel So Sad" 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 Do I Feel So Sad"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Why Do I Feel So Sad"?
- "Why Do I Feel So Sad" was originally performed by Alicia Keys. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Why Do I Feel So Sad"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, Amaj7, B, C, C#m, D#dim, E, G#7.
- What other songs by Alicia Keys can I play here?
- Try "AS I AM", "DE NOVO ADAGIO (INTRO)", "TEARS ALWAYS WIN". 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 Do I Feel So Sad". Key of E, 90 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.


