- Contains complete lyrics
Available at a discount in the digital sheet music collection:
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Why |
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Piano/Vocal/Guitar |
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G Major |
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Eb Major |
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MN0063908_U4 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
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9 |
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Average Rating:
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Rated 3/5 based on 34 customer ratings |
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Top Review:
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"The arrangement is 100% different than the actual song. I had to use this song for a solo ..." Read reviews
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Lyrics Begin:
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When I was nine, Michael and I entered a talent show down at the Y. |
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Date: |
2001 |
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Publisher: |
Universal Music Publishing Group |
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Product #: |
MN0063908_U4 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
When I was nine, Michael and I entered a talent show down at the Y. |
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From the Book: |
Tick, Tick ... Boom! |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The piano/vocal/guitar edition of “Why” is in G major. The originally published key is Eb major. You can also purchase it in 6 other keys, each sold separately.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.
Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the piano/vocal/guitar score for “Why” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this piano/vocal/guitar arrangement include?
The piano/vocal/guitar arrangement of “Why” is written for voice, piano and guitar, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Why” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Why” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Why” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 3/4. Each measure contains three quarter-note beats.


About This Arrangement
This digital sheet music edition of “Why” from tick tick...BOOM! is a piano/vocal/guitar arrangement available for instant download and printing. The song was composed by Jonathan Larson. This edition is 9 pages long. It's scored in G major.
Transposition into 6 other keys is available. The tempo marking is gently flowing, around 100 BPM. It's written for Voice, Piano and Guitar. This edition contains complete lyrics.
Its style is Show/Broadway. It was featured on tick, tick...BOOM!. Customers rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 34 ratings.
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