Don't You Want Me

· by The Human League

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Lyrics

You were (F)work ing as a wait ress in a (Gsus)cock tail your (G)bar Suc (F)cess has been when I eas y met (G)you.

I (F)picked you out, I shook you up and (Gsus)turned you a (G)round, and (F)turned you in to some one (G)new.

Now (F)five years lat er on you’ve got the (Gsus)world at your (G)feet.

Suc (F)cess has been so I eas y for (G)you.

But (F)don’t for get it’s me who put you (Gsus)where you are (G)now, and (F)I can put you back there, (G)new.

Now (G)too.

(Am)Don’t,

don’t you (Em)want me?

You (F)know I can’t be lieve it when I (Dm)hear that you won’t (Gsus)see (G)me.

(Am)Don’t,

don’t you (Em)want me?

You (F)know I don’t be lieve it when you (Dm)say that you don’t (Gsus)need (G)me.

It’s (A)much too late to find when you (Bdim)think you’ve changed your mind.

You’d (Am)bet ter change it back or we will (E)both be sor ry.

(F)Don’t you want me, ba by?

Don’t you want me, (G)oh?

(F)Don’t you want me, ba by?

Don’t you want me, (G)oh?

I was (G)oh?

Don't You Want Me by The Human League — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't You Want Me” by The Human League 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 120 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 "Don't You Want Me" 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 "Don't You Want Me"?: 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 Human League songs work for kids?: Try "DON'T YOU WANT ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.