Leave Your Lover

· by Sam Smith

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Lyrics

I don’t have much to give, but (G)I don’t care for (F)gold.

What use is (Dm)mon ey, when you need some one to (C)hold?

Don’t have di rec tion, I’m just (G)roll ing down this (F)road,

wait ing for (Dm)you to bring me in from out the (C)cold.

You’ll (Dm7)nev er know the end less nights, the (C)rhym ing of the rain,

or (F)how it feels to fall be hind and (G7)watch you call his name.

Pack up and leave ev ’ry thing.

Don’t you see what I can bring?

Can’t keep

this beat ing (Dm7)heart at (C)bay.

Set my mid night sor row free.

I will give you all of me.

Just (F)leave your (D7)lov er,

leave him for me.

(Am)Leave your (D7)lov er,

leave him for me.

We sit in bars and raise our (G)drinks to grow ing (F)old.

Oh, I’m in (Dm)love with you and you will nev er (C)know.

But if I can’t have you I’ll (G)walk this life a (F)lone,

spare you the (Dm)ris ing storm and let the riv ers (C)flow.

You’ll (Dm7)nev er know the end less nights, the (C)rhym ing of the rain,

or (F)how it feels to fall be hind and (G7)watch you call his name.

Pack up and leave ev ’ry thing.

Don’t you see what I can bring?

Can’t keep

this beat ing (Dm7)heart at (C)bay.

Set my mid night sor row free.

I will give you all of me.

Just (F)leave your (D7)lov er,

leave him for me.

(Am)Leave your (D7)lov er,

leave him for me.

leave him (C)for me.

(Am)Leave your (D)lov er,

leave him for me.

Leave Your Lover by Sam Smith — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Leave Your Lover” by Sam Smith 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 70 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 "Leave Your Lover" 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 "Leave Your Lover"?: 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 Sam Smith songs work for kids?: Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "WRITING'S ON THE WALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.