You Oughta Know

by Alanis Morissette
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(F#m7)I want you to know

that (B)I’m hap py for you.

(F#m7)I wish noth ing but the best for you both.

An old er (F#m7)ver sion of me, is she per vert ed like me?

Would she go (B)down on you in mid dle a the a ter?

Does she speak (F#m7)el o quent ly, and would she have your ba by?

I’m sure she’d (B)make a real ly ex cel lent moth er.

’Cause the (F#m7)love that you gave that we made was n’t a ble to make it e nough for you to be o (B)pen wide, and you know

And ev ’ry time you speak her name does she know how you told me you’d hold me un til (B)you died, till you died?

can But you’re still a live.

And I’m here

to re mind you of the mess you left when you went (B)a way.

It’s not (F#)fair

to de ny me of the cross I bear that you gave (B)to me.

You, you, you (CN.C.)ought a know.

(F#m7)You seem ver y well,

that (B)things look peace ful.

you.

(F#m7)I’m not quite as well, I thought you should know.

Did you for (F#m7)get a bout me, Mis ter Du vert plic i ty?

I hate to (B)bug you in the mid dle of din ner.

ter?

It was a (F#m7)slap in the face, how quick ly I was re placed, and are you (B)think ing of me ex when you fuck her?

’Cause the (F#m7)love that you gave that we made was n’t a ble to make it e nough for you to be o (B)pen wide, and you know

And ev ’ry time you speak her name does she know how you told me you’d hold me un til (B)you died, till you died?

can But you’re still a live.

And I’m here

to re mind you of the mess you left when you went (B)a way.

It’s not (F#)fair

to de ny me of the cross I bear that you gave (B)to me.

You, you, you (CN.C.)ought a know.

(CN.C.)ought a know.

’Cause the ought a know.

I’m here

to re mind you of the mess you left when you went (B)a way.

It’s not fair

to de ny me of the cross I bear that you gave (B)to me.

You, you, you (CN.C.)ought a know.

You Oughta Know — Simple Sheet Music

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"You Oughta Know" 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 F#, 106 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “You Oughta Know

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "You Oughta Know"?
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 "You Oughta Know" by Alanis Morissette played in?
You Oughta Know is arranged in the key of F# on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "You Oughta Know"?
The arrangement plays at 106 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "You Oughta Know" 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 "You Oughta Know"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "You Oughta Know"?
"You Oughta Know" was originally performed by Alanis Morissette. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "You Oughta Know"?
This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, B, B9, C, E, F#, F#m, F#m7.
What other songs by Alanis Morissette can I play here?
Try "IRONIC", "YOU LEARN", "Ironic". 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 "You Oughta Know". Key of F#, 106 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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