There Are Worse Things I Could Do (from Grease): Piano Vocal

This is the original film performance, which means your students hear exactly how this song functions dramatically within Grease. The arrangement sits naturally for singers across multiple voice types, and the four-page layout gives enough space for thoughtful interpretation without overwhelming learners. Programming this selection signals to your audience that you understand the song's context as a character moment, not just a Broadway hit.

Rizzo's moment of honesty on stage. The song carries the weight of self-awareness mixed with resignation, a character admitting her choices while defending them. There's a current of sadness beneath the surface, even as she insists she's fine with who she is.

Solo singers preparing audition material, advanced high school vocalists, and performers looking for a song that requires genuine emotional maturity. This arrangement works for classroom performance, recitals, and concert programming when you want a recognizable piece with real dramatic substance.

• Balance the introspective verses with the more defiant chorus; Rizzo's character shifts emotionally throughout the song, and that arc should be audible.
• The piano part provides clear harmonic support without overshadowing the vocal line. Use it to anchor your phrasing choices rather than racing ahead.
• Pay attention to the lyrical storytelling in each verse. This song works best when the narrative feels personal and earned, not performed.

Pair this with other character-driven songs from musical theater to create a recital theme around self-discovery or coming-of-age stories. It also works beautifully as a solo spotlight in a larger concert, especially one celebrating film and stage music. The song's modest accompaniment makes it suitable for smaller venues where bigger orchestrations might feel out of place.

• Interpreting subtext and emotional arc within a single song
• Balancing vulnerability with confidence in vocal performance
• Navigating rhythmic flexibility within a pop-influenced melody
• Collaborating with piano accompaniment to shape phrasing and dynamics