Don't Go Breaking My Heart

by Elton John
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Don’t go break ing my (Bb)heart.

us.

I could n’t if I dy (Bb)tried.

us.

Oh, ho (A)ney, if I get rest less.

Ba by, (C)you’re not that kind.

it.

(F)So Don’t go break ing my (Bb)heart.

me.

You take the weight off of me.

Oh, ho put (A)ney, when you (Bb)knock on my door...

Ooh, I (C)gave you my (Bb)key.

sights.

(Am7)Ooh, ooh,

and no bo dy knows it.

(Bb)When I was down, (C)I was your (G)clown.

(Am7)Ooh, ooh,

no bo dy knows it, no bo dy knows

it.

(Bb)Right from the (F)start, I (C)gave you my (G)heart.

(Ab)Oh,

I gave you my (Bb)heart.

Don’t go break ing my (Dm)heart.

I won’t go (C)break ing your heart.

Don’t go (C)break ing my heart.

Don’t And no bo dy (Bb)told us.

I could ’Cos no bo dy (Bb)showed us.

And now (A)ney, it’s up to us, babe.

Woah, I (C)think we can make it.

(F)So don’t mis un ing der (Bb)stand me.

You put the light in my life.

Oh, you put (A)the when spark (Bb)knock to the flame.

I got (C)your heart in (Bb)my sights.

(Am7)Ooh, ooh,

and no bo dy knows it.

(Bb)When I was down, (C)I was your (G)clown.

(Am7)Ooh, ooh,

no bo dy knows it, no bo dy knows

it.

(Bb)Right from the (F)start, I (C)gave you my (G)heart.

(Ab)Oh,

I gave you my (Bb)heart.

Don’t go break ing my (Dm)heart.

I won’t go (C)break ing your heart.

Don’t go (C)break ing my heart.

(Am7)Ooh, ooh,

and no bo dy knows it.

But (Bb)when I was (F)down.

(C)I was your (G)clown.

(Bb)Right from the (F)start.

I (C)gave you my (G)heart.

(Ab)Oh,

I gave you my (Bb)heart.

Don’t go break ing my (Dm)heart,

I won’t go (C)break ing your heart.

Don’t go break ing (Dm)my, don’t go break ing (Bb)my, don’t go (C)break ing my heart.

Don’t go break ing (Dm)my, don’t go break ing (Bb)my, I won’t go (C)break ing your heart.

Don’t go break ing (Dm)my, don’t go break ing (Bb)my, I won’t go (C)break ing your heart.

Don't Go Breaking My Heart — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Elton John: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Bb, 128 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Bb) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.

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About “Don't Go Breaking My Heart

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Elton John in?
The backing track is in Bb at 128 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
Can I sing over "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" with this accompaniment?
Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
Is this a karaoke version of "Don't Go Breaking My Heart"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Don't Go Breaking My Heart", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" as a backing track for my instrument?
Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
Can I download the accompaniment for "Don't Go Breaking My Heart"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Don't Go Breaking My Heart"?
"Don't Go Breaking My Heart" was originally performed by Elton John. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Elton John are available?
Other accompaniments by Elton John: "2 Fingers Of Whiskey", "A Good Heart", "Blue Eyes". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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