Ain't Too Proud To Beg

· by The Temptations

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I know you wan na leave me, but I re (C)fuse to let you go.

(F)If I have to (C)beg, plead for your sym pa thy, (F)I don’t mind, ’cause you mean that much to me.

Ain’t too proud to (C)beg,

and you know (C)it.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go.

Ain’t (F)too proud to (C)plead, (F)ba by, ba by.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go.

Now I’ve heard a cry’n’ man is half a man, with no sense of pride.

But if I have to cry to keep you, I don’t mind weep in’, if it ’ll keep you by my side.

Ain’t too proud to beg,

sweet dar lin’.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go.

Ain’t (F)too proud to (C)plead, (F)ba by, ba by.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go.

If I have to sleep on your door step all night and day just to keep you from walk in’ a way,

let your friends laugh.

E ven this I can stand, ’cause I wan na keep you (G)an y way I can.

Ain’t too proud to beg, sweet dar lin’.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go.

Ain’t (F)too proud to (C)plead, (F)ba by, ba by.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go,

oh, (F)oh.

Now I’ve got a (C)love so deep in the pit of my heart, and each day it grows more and more.

I’m not a shamed to call and plead to you, ba by, if plead in’ keeps you from (G)walk in’ out that door.

Ain’t too proud to beg, and you know (C)it.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go.

Ain’t (F)too proud to (C)plead, (F)ba by, ba by.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you (C)go.

Ain’t too proud to beg, and you know (C)it.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you go.

Ain’t (F)too proud to (C)plead, (F)ba by, ba by.

(F)Please don’t leave me, girl, (F)don’t you (C)go.

Ain’t (C)go.

Ain't Too Proud To Beg by The Temptations — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ain't Too Proud To Beg” by The Temptations in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of C at 112 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Ain't Too Proud To Beg" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Ain't Too Proud To Beg"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other The Temptations songs work for kids?: Try "I'M LOSING YOU", "BALL OF CONFUSION", "AIN'T TOO PROUD TO BEG". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.