Can't Back Down

by Demi Lovato
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Lyrics

We can’t, we can’t back down.

We can’t, we can’t back down.

We can’t, we can’t back down.

We can’t, we can’t back down.

Not right now, we can’t back down.

Not right now, we can’t back down.

We can’t back (F5)down.

Ooh, yeah.

Don’t close your eyes,

(Ab)we’re don’t all in this to geth er.

Where ev er they draw the line,

(Ab)we’re not gon na strad dle a cross it

or lose it.

We can’t back (F5)down.

There’s too much (Ab5)at stake.

This is ser (Eb5)i ous.

don’t walk (Db5)a way.

We can’t pre (F5)tend

it’s not hap (Ab5)pen ing in our own (Eb5)back yard,

our own (Db5)home plate.

We’ve been called (F5)out,

do you hear (Ab5)your name?

I’m not (Eb5)con fused,

let’s win (Db5)this thing.

We can’t back (F5)down,

there’s too much (Ab5)at stake.

Don’t walk (Eb5)a way,

don’t walk (Db5)a way,

(Fm)yeah.

Don’t get me wrong,

(Ab)I don’t like con this fron ta tion.

I’d rath we all just get a

(Ab)Mu sic should na be un di vid ed,

u nit ed.

We can’t back (F5)down.

There’s too much (Ab5)at stake.

This is ser (Eb5)i ous.

don’t walk (Db5)a way.

We can’t pre (F5)tend

it’s not hap (Ab5)pen ing in our own (Eb5)back yard,

our own (Db5)home plate.

We’ve been called (F5)out,

do you hear (Ab5)your name?

I’m not (Eb5)con fused,

let’s win (Db5)this thing.

We can’t back (F5)down,

there’s too much (Ab5)at stake.

Don’t walk (Eb5)a way,

don’t walk (Db5)a way,

(Fm)yeah.

Don’t get me wrong, (Db5)a way.

Don’t walk a way.

We (F5)got a sit u a tion that we (Ab5)can’t ig nore ’cause ig nor ance is (Eb5)not bliss.

We don’t have to (Db5)take this, no.

With (F5)ev ’ry big de cis ion comes an (Ab5)e qual ly im por tant share of (Eb5)the risk.

We’ve got ta (Db5)take this.

We can’t back (Db5)a way.

We can’t back (CN.C.)down.

We can’t back down.

Not right now, we can’t back down.

Can't Back Down — Simple Sheet Music

"Can't Back Down" 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 F, 115 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Can't Back Down”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Can't Back Down"?
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 "Can't Back Down" by Demi Lovato played in?
Can't Back Down is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Can't Back Down"?
The arrangement plays at 115 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Can't Back Down" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Can't Back Down"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Can't Back Down"?
"Can't Back Down" was originally performed by Demi Lovato. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Can't Back Down"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Abpow, C, Db, Dbpow, Eb, Ebpow, Fm, +1 more.
What other songs by Demi Lovato can I play here?
Try "LA LA LAND", "DIFFERENT SUMMERS", "NEON LIGHTS". 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 "Can't Back Down". Key of F, 115 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.