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(C#5)Yah, ahh, (A5)ahh, yah, ahh, yah, ahh, yah, yah.
Why not?
Why (B5)not?
You (E5)act like you don’t know me when you (C#5)see me on the street.
You’re (E5)mak in’ like I turn you (A5)off when I (C#5)know you think I’m sweet.
(E5)It don’t have to be like (A5)that.
I (C#5)guess you’re in se cure.
(Asus2)If you say what’s on your mind I might an swer sure.
So I (E5)walk a lit tle slow er and I (B5)try to catch your eye.
In (E5)Some times it’s so hard to (A5)see the (C#5)good things pass ing by.
And (E5)there may nev er be a (A5)sign.
No (C#5)flash ing ne on light
(Asus2)tell ing you to make your move, or when the time is right.
(CN.C.)So, (C#m7)why not, (Asus2)why not, (E)take a cra zy chance?
(C#m7)Why not, (Asus2)why not, (E)do a cra zy dance?
(C#m7)If you lose the mo ment, (E)you might lose a lot.
So, (Asus2)why (E)not?
Why not?
(E5)Why not take a (A5)cra zy chance?
(C#5)Why not take a (B5)cra zy chance?
You (E5)al ways dress in yel low when you (B5)want to dress in gold.
In (E5)stead of list’n in’ to your (A5)heart you (C#5)do just what you’re told.
And (E5)You keep wait ing where you (A5)are.
For (C#5)what, you’ll nev er know.
(Asus2)Let’s just get in to your car and go the ba by go.
(CN.C.)So, (C#m7)why not, (Asus2)why not, (E)take a cra zy chance?
(C#m7)Why not, (Asus2)why not, (E)do a cra zy dance?
(C#m7)If you lose the mo ment, (E)you might lose a lot.
So, (Asus2)why (E)not?
Why not?
(E5)Why not take a (A5)cra zy chance?
(C#5)Why not take a (B5)cra zy chance?
You (B5)Oh,
(A5)I could be the (E5)one for you.
(B5)Oh (C#5)yeah, may be yes, may be no.
(B5)Oh,
(A5)it could be the (E5)thing to do.
What I’m say in’ is you (A5)got ta let me know.
(E5)Mmm, ahh, ahh, yah, ahh, yah, ahh, yah (Asus2)ahh.
(E5)Mmm, ahh, ahh, yah, ahh, yah, ahh, yah, (Asus2)yah.
You’ll (C#m7)nev er get to heav en or (Bsus)e ven to L.
A.
(Bbdim)if you don’t be lieve there’s a way.
Why not, (Asus2)why not (E)take a star fron the sky.
(C#m7)Why not, (Asus2)why not (E)spread your wings and fly.
(CN.C.)Oh, (C#m7)it might take a lit tle and (E)it might take a lot but (Asus2)why (E)not?
Why not?
Why not Take a cra zy chance.
(E)take a cra zy chance?
Why not Do a cra zy dance.
(E)Do a cra zy dance.
(C#m7)If you lose the mo ment, (E)you might lose a lot.
So, (Asus2)why (E)not,
why not?
Why Not — Simple Sheet Music
"Why Not" 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, 100 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 Not”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Why Not"?
- 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 Not" by Hilary Duff played in?
- Why Not 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 Not"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Why Not" 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 Not"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Why Not"?
- "Why Not" was originally performed by Hilary Duff. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Why Not"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Apow, Asus2, Bbdim, Bpow, Bsus4, C, C#m7, C#pow, +3 more.
- What other songs by Hilary Duff can I play here?
- Try "COME CLEAN", "SOMEONE'S WATCHING OVER ME", "SO YESTERDAY". 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 Not". Key of E, 100 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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