I Won't Say (I'm In Love)

by Alan Menken

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If there’s a prize for rot ten (G7)judge ment,

I guess I’ve al read y (F)won (G7)that.

No man is worth the ag gra (C)va (D7)tion.

That’s an cient his to ry, (F)been (G)there, (F)done (G)that.

(C)Who d’ya think you’re kid din’, (F)he’s the Earth and (G)heav en to you.

(C)Try to keep it hid den, (Am)hon ey, we can see right (Am)through you.

(F)Girl, ya can’t con ceal it, (C)we know how ya feel and who you’re (Dm7)think

ing of.

No (G)chance, no (C)way, I won’t say it, (G)no, (Am)no.

You swoon, you sigh, why de ny it, uh (Fmaj7)oh.

It’s (G)too cli ché, I won’t say I’m (G)in (C)love.

I thought my heart had learned its (Fmaj7)les (F6)son.

It feels so good when you (F)start (G7)out.

My head is scream ing, get a (C)grip, (D)girl,

un less you’re dy ing to (F)cry (G)your (F)heart (G)out.

(C)You keep on de ny ing (F)who you are and (G)how you’re feel ing.

(C)Ba by, we’re not buy ing, (Am)hon, we saw ya hit the ceil ing.

(F)Face it like a grown up, (C)when ya gon na own up that ya (Dm)got, got it, got it bad.

No (G)chance, no (C)way, I won’t say it, (G)no, (Am)no.

Give up, give in.

Check the grin, you’re in (Fmaj7)love.

This (G)scene won’t (Fmaj7)play, I won’t say I’m in (F)love.

You’re (G)do in’ flips, read our lips: You’re in (C)love.

You’re (G)way off (C)base, I won’t say (G)it.

Get off my case, I won’t say it.

Girl, (G)don’t be proud, it’s O.

K.

you’re (G)in (C)love.

(Am)Oh.

At (G)least out (G7)loud, I won’t say I’m in (C)love.

I Won't Say (I'm In Love) by Alan Menken — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Won't Say (I'm In Love) by Alan Menken 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 92 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "I Won't Say (I'm In Love)" 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 Won't Say (I'm In Love)"?
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 Alan Menken songs work for kids?
Try "A GUY LIKE YOU", "I SEE THE LIGHT", "ARABIAN NIGHTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.