- Contains complete lyrics
Song: |
I Write the Songs |
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Instruments: |
Voice Treble Clef Instrument Piano | |
Vocal Range: |
B3-F#5 |
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Scoring: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
C Major |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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BPM: |
104 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0137870 |
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Price:
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$4.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $3.99
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Pages: |
4 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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I've been alive forever, and I wrote the very first song. |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1970 |
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Publisher: |
Universal Music Publishing Group |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0137870 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
I've been alive forever, and I wrote the very first song. |
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From the Album: |
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From the Book: |
Anthology of Rock Songs - Gold Edition |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The beginner notes edition of “I Write the Songs” is in C major. It is currently available in that key only.
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What does this beginner notes arrangement include?
The beginner notes arrangement of “I Write the Songs” is written for voice, treble clef instrument and piano, 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 “I Write the Songs” available for other instruments?
Yes. “I Write the Songs” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “I Write the Songs” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“I Write the Songs” by Barry Manilow is offered as a beginner notes arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. The original music is by Bruce Johnston. The arrangement spans 4 pages.
It's scored in C major. The suggested tempo is around 104 BPM. It's arranged for Voice, Treble Clef Instrument and Piano.
For vocalists, contains complete lyrics. It's categorized as Pop on Musicnotes. Musicnotes offers 48 arrangements of this song, across a range of instruments and skill levels.
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