Cold

by Maroon 5
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Lyrics

(CN.C.)Cold (F)e nough to chill my (G)bones; it feels like I don’t (Am)know you an y more.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold to me.

With ev ’ry (G)breath you breathe, I see there’s (Am)some thing go ing on.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold.

Are we tak ing time or a time out?

I can’t take the in be tween.

Ask ing me for space here in my house; The you know how to fuck with me.

(F)Act ing like we’re not to geth er, (G)af ter ev ’ry thing that we’ve been through.

(Am)Sleep ing up un der the cov ers, (Em7)how am I so far a way from you?

(F)Dis tant

when we’re (G6)kiss ing;

feels so (Am)dif f’rent.

Ba by, (CN.C.)tell me: how did you get so (F)cold, e nough to chill my (G)bones?

It feels like I don’t (Am)know you an y more.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold to me.

With ev ’ry (G)breath you breathe, I see there’s (Am)some thing go ing on.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold, yeah.

Whoa,

yeah, whoa,

yeah.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold.

What you hold ing on, hold ing on for?

If you wan na leave, just leave.

Why you wan na bite your in tongue for?

The si lence how is kill ing me.

(F)Act ing like we’re not to geth er; (G)if you don’t want this, then what’s the use?

(Am)Sleep ing up un der the cov ers, (Em7)how am I so far a way from you?

(F)Dis tant

when we’re (G6)kiss ing;

feels so (Am)dif f’rent.

Ba by, (CN.C.)tell me: how did you get so (F)cold, e nough to chill my (G)bones?

It feels like I don’t (Am)know you an y more.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold to me.

With ev ’ry (G)breath you breathe, I see there’s (Am)some thing go ing on.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold, yeah.

Whoa,

yeah, whoa,

yeah.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold, yeah.

Whoa,

yeah, whoa,

yeah.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold.

Nev er thought that you were like this.

I took the tag off of ma jor pric es.

I just spent a half a mill’ on a chan de lier; now you’re tryin’ to cut me off like a light switch, (F)yeah.

Tryin’ to stay and I leave,

say ing that you need some time to breathe.

Think ing that I’m sleep ing on the four let ter (Em7)word, but the four let ter word don’t sleep.

We go in’ two sep ’rate ways;

you ain’t been act in’ the same.

You got a gold bar where you heart (Em7)used to be; you gold dig ev ’ry day.

I switched the four door to the two door ’cause (G)I can’t let my driv er hear what you say.

Girl, I tried to give you space.

Ba by, (CN.C.)tell me, how did you get so (Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold, yeah.

Whoa,

yeah, whoa,

yeah.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (F)cold, yeah.

Whoa,

yeah, whoa,

yeah.

(Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (Em7)I don’t un der stand why you’re so (CN.C.)cold.

Cold — Simple Sheet Music

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"Cold" 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 A, 95 BPM.

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

About “Cold”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Cold"?
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 "Cold" by Maroon 5 played in?
Cold is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Cold"?
The arrangement plays at 95 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Cold" 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 "Cold"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Cold"?
"Cold" was originally performed by Maroon 5. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Cold"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, C, Em7, F, G, G6.
What other songs by Maroon 5 can I play here?
Try "DON'T WANNA KNOW", "WHAT LOVERS DO", "DAYLIGHT". 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 "Cold". Key of A, 95 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.