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I (C)don’t know why I love you, (A7)but I (Dm7)do, less,
I don’t know why I cry so, but I (C)do.
less.
I on ly know I’m (E7)lone ly and (F)that I want you (A7)on ly, I (D7)don’t know why I (G7)love you, but I (C)do.
I (C)can’t sleep nights be cause I (A7)feel so (Dm7)rest less,
I don’t know what to do, I feel so (C)help less.
And since you’ve been a (E7)way, ly I (F)cry both night and (A7)day.
ly, I (D7)don’t know why I (G7)love you, but I (C)do.
I (C)do.
My (F)days have been so lone ly, my (C)nights have been so blue,
I (Am7)don’t know (D7)how I (Am7)stand it, (D7)but I (G7)do.
Each (C)night I sit a lone and (A7)tell my (Dm7)self
that I will fall in love with some one (C)else.
I guess I’m wast in’ (E7)time,
but I’ve (F)got to clear my (A7)mind,
I (D7)don’t know why I (G7)love you but I (C)do.
But I Do (I Don't Know Why) — Simple Sheet Music
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"But I Do (I Don't Know Why)" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of C, 120 BPM.
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About “But I Do (I Don't Know Why)”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)" by Clarence "Frogman" Henry played in?
- But I Do (I Don't Know Why) is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)"?
- "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)" was originally performed by Clarence "Frogman" Henry. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Clarence "Frogman" Henry can I play here?
- Try "BUT I DO". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "But I Do (I Don't Know Why)". Key of C, 120 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.
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