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Some one asked the ques tion,
“Why do we sing?
When we lift our hands to Je sus,
what do we real ly mean?”
Some one may be won d’ring,
when we sing our song,
at times we may be cry ing
and noth ing’s e ven wrong.
I sing be cause I’m hap py!
I sing be cause I’m free!
His eye is on the spar row!
That’s the rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
rea son why I sing.
Some one asked the ques tion,
we’ve “Why do we sing?
When we lift our hands to Je sus,
and what do we real ly mean?”
And Some one may be won d’ring,
when we sing our song,
lift at times we may be cry ing
and noth ing’s e ven wrong.
I sing be cause I’m hap py!
I sing be cause I’m free!
His eye is on the spar row!
That’s the rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
I give the prais es to
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
tell the whole world, ”No!”
And when we cross that riv er
to stud y war no more,
we will sing our songs to Je sus,
the One whom we a dore!
I sing be cause I’m hap py!
I sing be cause I’m free!
His eye is on the spar row!
That’s the rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
rea son why I sing.
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
I give the prais es to
Glo ry hal le lu jah!
You’re the rea son why I sing.
You’re the rea son why I sing.
You’re the rea son why I sing.
You’re the rea son why I sing.
You’re the rea son why
I
sing.
Why We Sing — Simple Sheet Music
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"Why We Sing" 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 Db, 54 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 We Sing”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Why We Sing"?
- 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 We Sing" by Kirk Franklin played in?
- Why We Sing is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Why We Sing"?
- The arrangement plays at 54 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Why We Sing" 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 We Sing"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Why We Sing"?
- "Why We Sing" was originally performed by Kirk Franklin. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Why We Sing"?
- This arrangement uses 35 chords: Ab, Ab6, Abaug, Abm9, Abmaj7, Abmaj9, Am7, Bb, +27 more.
- What other songs by Kirk Franklin can I play here?
- Try "I SMILE", "COULD'VE BEEN", "THE APPEAL". 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 We Sing". Key of Db, 54 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.


