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I Don't Wanna Love Somebody Else

· by A Great Big World

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Lyrics

(F)Oh,

I built a world a (Bb)round you.

(F)Oh,

you had me in a (Bb)dream, I lived in ev ’ry word you said.

The stars

had a ligned; I thought that I found you.

And (Bb)I don’t wan na love some bod y else.

(F)Oh,

we left it all un (Bb)spok en.

(F)Oh,

we bur ied it a (Bb)live, and now it’s scream ing in my head.

Oh,

I should n’t go on (Bb)hop ing,

(Dm7)oh,

that you will change your (Bb)mind, and one day we could start a gain.

Well, I

don’t care if lone li ness kills me;

(Bb)I don’t wan na love some bod y else.

(Bb)Ooh.

(F)Oh,

I thought that I could (Bb)change you.

(F)Oh,

I thought that we would (Bb)be the great est sto ry that I (F)tell.

I know

that it’s time to tell you it’s o ver,

but (Bb)I don’t wan na love some bod y else.

No ooh.

I Don't Wanna Love Somebody Else by A Great Big World — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Don't Wanna Love Somebody Else” by A Great Big World 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 Bb at 128 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 "I Don't Wanna Love Somebody Else" 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 "I Don't Wanna Love Somebody Else"?: 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.
How many chords does "I Don't Wanna Love Somebody Else" use?: Just 6 chords: A, Bb, C, Dm, Dm7, F. Take it one section at a time.
What other A Great Big World songs work for kids?: Try "ROCKSTAR", "YOU'LL BE OKAY", "EVERYONE IS GAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.