Come Dancing

by The Kinks
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They put a park ing lot on a piece of land

where the su read per but mar al ket used to (G)stand.

Be fore that mar they put up lives a bowl ing al ley on the site know that used to be the lo cal (G)pal ais.

That’s where the big bands all used (G)wa to come and play.

My sis ter went there and on (G)peck a Sat ur (G)day.

“Come (C)danc ing,”

all her boy did friends when used to come and call.

and “Why not said, come “Come (D)danc ing?

It’s (C)on ly nat u ral.”

An oth er Sat ur and day, an oth er date.

She would be car per where she’d pal ways make him (G)wait

in the hall mar way and in lives an ti ci pa tion.

He did n’t go the night would end up in frus (G)tra tion.

He’d end up blow ing way used (G)things ges for the week,

all for a cud dle and on (G)won on the cheek.

(G)would “Come (C)danc ing.”

That’s how they did it when I was just a kid,

Why when they fraid to come (D)danc ing,” my (C)sis ter al ways did.

My (Em)sis ter should have (D)come in at (C)mid night.

And my mom would al ways (D)sit up and (C)wait.

It (Em)al ways end ed (D)up in a (C)big row

when my (Em)sis ter used to (D)get home (C)late.

(G)(Ooh,

ooh.)

(ooh,

ooh.)

The (Em)day they (D)knocked down the (C)pal ais

my (Em)sis ter (D)stood and (C)cried.

The day they (D)knocked down the (C)pal ais

part of my (D)child hood (C)died,

just died.

Come (C)danc ing.

Just like the pal ais on a Sat ur day.

And all your friends will come (D)danc ing while the (C)big bands used to play.

Come Dancing — Simple Sheet Music

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"Come Dancing" 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 G, 120 BPM.

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

About “Come Dancing

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Come Dancing"?
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 "Come Dancing" by The Kinks played in?
Come Dancing is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Come Dancing"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Come Dancing" 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 "Come Dancing"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Come Dancing"?
"Come Dancing" was originally performed by The Kinks. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Come Dancing"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: Bb, Bb7, C, Cpow, D, Dpow, Eb, Em, +3 more.
What other songs by The Kinks can I play here?
Try "LOLA", "ROCK 'N ROLL FANTASY", "YOU REALLY GOT ME". 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 "Come Dancing". Key of G, 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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