Other arrangements of Why Shouldn't We
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We be lieve in (Bb)things that we (C)can not (F)see.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?
Hands that heal (Bb)can set a (C)chained man (F)free.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?
And we be (F)lieve in (Bb)peace with in (C)ev ’ry (F)heart.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?
Burn ing bright ly, (Bb)bright cel ly (C)in the (F)dark.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?
So, come on, (Bb)dar (F)lin’, feel your spir its (F)rise.
Come on, (Bb)chil (F)dren, o pen up your (C)eyes.
God is (Bb)all a (F)round, Bud dha’s (C)at the (Dm)gate.
Al lah (Bb)hears your (F)prayers, it’s not too (C)late.
We be (F)lieve in (Bb)things that will (C)give us (F)hope.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why
should n’t (F)we?
Let your voice be (Bb)heard, cel e (C)brate your (F)vote.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why
should n’t (F)we?
So, come on, (Bb)dar (F)lin’, feel your spir its (F)rise.
Come on, (Bb)chil (F)dren, o pen up your (C)eyes.
God is (Bb)all a (F)round, Bud dha’s (C)at the (Dm)gate.
Al lah (Bb)hears your (F)prayers, it’s not too (C)late.
We be too (C)late.
We be (F)lieve in (Bb)things that make us all the (F)same.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why
should n’t (F)we?
Love be longs (Bb)to all in (C)deed and (F)name.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why
should n’t (F)we?
And we be lieve in (Bb)things that (C)can’t be (F)done.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why
should n’t (F)we?
Lift up your (Bb)heart, put down your (F)gun.
Why should n’t (Bb)we, why
should n’t (F)we?
We be (Bb)lieve in (F)things we’re told that (C)we can’t (F)change.
Why should n’t (Fsus)we?
We had he roes (Fsus)once and we (C)will a (F)gain.
Why should n’t (Fsus)we?
So, come on, (Bb)dar (F)lin’.
Come on, (Bb)chil (F)dren.
God is (Bbsus2)all a (F)round, Bud dha’s (C)at the (Dm)gate.
Al lah (Bbsus2)hears our (F)prayers, it’s not too (C)late.
So, come on, too (C)late.
Why should n’t (Bb)we?
Why should n’t (Bb)we?
Why should n’t (Bb)we?
Why should n’t (Bb)we?
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Why Shouldn't We — Simple Sheet Music
"Why Shouldn't We" 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 Bb, 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 Shouldn't We”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Why Shouldn't We"?
- 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 Shouldn't We" by Mary Chapin Carpenter played in?
- Why Shouldn't We is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Why Shouldn't We"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Why Shouldn't We" 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 Shouldn't We"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Why Shouldn't We"?
- "Why Shouldn't We" was originally performed by Mary Chapin Carpenter. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Why Shouldn't We"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Bb, Bbsus2, C, Dm, F, Fsus4.
- What other songs by Mary Chapin Carpenter can I play here?
- Try "WHERE TIME STANDS STILL", "SHUT UP AND KISS ME", "CLOSER AND CLOSER APART". 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 Shouldn't We". Key of Bb, 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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