- Contains complete lyrics
Leadsheets typically only contain the lyrics, chord symbols and melody line of a song and are rarely more than one page in length. Musicians will often use these skeletons to improvise their own arrangements. Leadsheets often do not contain complete lyrics to the song.
Song: |
Get Happy |
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Composed by: |
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Instruments: |
Voice C Instrument | |
Scoring: |
Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
F Major |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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BPM: |
132 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes Edition |
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Product #:
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MN0036332 |
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Price:
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$3.99
Includes unlimited prints + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
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Pages: |
1 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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Forget your troubles and just get happy. |
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Appears On:
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Arrangement Details
Composed by: |
Harold Arlen |
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Pages: |
1 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice C Instrument | |
Scorings: |
Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
F Major |
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Available Keys: |
F Major (Orig), A Major (+4), Bb Major (+5), C Major (-5), D Major (-3), Eb Major (-2), G Major (+2) |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes Edition |
Product #: |
MN0036332 |
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Tempo: |
Moderate swing |
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Metronome: |
h = 132 |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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Genres: |
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Song Details
Composer: |
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Lyricist: |
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Date: |
1929 |
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Publisher: |
Musicnotes, Inc. |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes Edition |
Product #: |
MN0036332 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
Forget your troubles and just get happy. |
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From the Book: |
The Musicians' Gig Library: Jazz, Swing & Big Band |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The leadsheet edition of “Get Happy” is in F 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 unlimited authorized prints 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 leadsheet score for “Get Happy” 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 leadsheet arrangement include?
The leadsheet arrangement of “Get Happy” is written for voice and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Get Happy” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Get Happy” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Get Happy” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/2, also known as cut time. Each measure contains two half-note beats.

About This Arrangement
Available as digital sheet music, “Get Happy” composed by Harold Arlen is a leadsheet arrangement you can download and print. This is a Musicnotes original edition, transcribed and engraved by our team. This edition includes 1 page of music. It's written in F major.
It can be transposed into 6 alternate keys. The tempo marking is moderate swing, around 132 BPM. The scoring is for Voice and C Instrument. This edition contains complete lyrics.
It falls under the Jazz style category. This song is available in 23 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels.
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