What key is "Dancing On My Own" in?

"Dancing On My Own" by Calum Scott is in the key of Gb with a tempo of 112 BPM. Difficulty: medium.

Is "Dancing On My Own" easy to play on piano?

This arrangement is rated medium. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.

Can I play "Dancing On My Own" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

What chords are used in "Dancing On My Own"?

This arrangement of "Dancing On My Own" uses 10 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Abpow, Absus4, Bbm, Bbm7, Db, Dbpow, +2 more.

How long does it take to learn "Dancing On My Own" on piano?

2–4 weeks of consistent practice (20–30 min/day) for an intermediate player. Drill the tricky passages in isolation first.

What other songs by Calum Scott can I play here?

Try "YOU ARE THE REASON", "Dancing On My Own". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Lyrics

Some bo dy said you got a (Db5)new friend,

does she love you bet ter (Db5)than I can?

There’s a big wan black na sky o ver my night town,

and I know where you’re at, I bet she’s a round.

And yeah, I and know it’s stu pid

but I just got ta see it in cir for my self.

I’m in the cor ner (Ab)watch ing you kiss her, oh oh oh,

and I’m right o ver here, oh, (Ab)why can’t you see me?

Oh oh oh,

And I’m giv ing it my all, but (Ab)I’m not the guy you’re tak ing home,

ooh,

I keep (Absus4)danc ing (Ab)on my own.

There’s a big wan black na sky o ver my night town,

and I know where you’re at, I bet she’s a round.

And yeah, I and know it’s stu pid

but I just got ta see it in cir for my self.

I’m in the cor ner (Ab)watch ing you kiss her, oh oh oh,

and I’m right o ver here, oh, (Ab)why can’t you see me?

Oh oh oh,

And I’m giv ing it my all, but (Ab)I’m not the guy you’re tak ing home,

ooh,

I keep (Absus4)danc ing (Ab)on my own.

and oh no.

So far a way but still so near, the lights come up, the mu sic dies, but you don’t see me stand ing here,

I just came to say good bye.

I’m in the cor ner watch ing you kiss her, oh.

And I’m giv ing it my all, but (Ab)I’m not the guy you’re tak ing home,

ooh,

I keep (Absus4)danc ing (Ab)on my own.

And oh no.

Said I’m in the cor ner (Ab)watch ing you kiss her, oh no,

and I’m right o ver here oh (Ab)why can’t you see me?

Oh no.

And I’m giv ing it my all, but (Ab)I’m not the guy you’re tak ing home,

ooh,

I keep (Absus4)danc ing (Ab)on my own.

So far a way but still so near, the lights come up, the mu sic dies, but you don’t see me stand

ing here.

Dancing On My Own by Calum Scott

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Easy piano arrangement in the key of Gb at 112 BPM. Difficulty: medium. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

About “Dancing On My Own”

What key is "Dancing On My Own" in?: "Dancing On My Own" by Calum Scott is in the key of Gb with a tempo of 112 BPM. Difficulty: medium.
Is "Dancing On My Own" easy to play on piano?: This arrangement is rated medium. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.
Can I play "Dancing On My Own" without reading sheet music?: Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
What chords are used in "Dancing On My Own"?: This arrangement of "Dancing On My Own" uses 10 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Abpow, Absus4, Bbm, Bbm7, Db, Dbpow, +2 more.
How long does it take to learn "Dancing On My Own" on piano?: 2–4 weeks of consistent practice (20–30 min/day) for an intermediate player. Drill the tricky passages in isolation first.
What other songs by Calum Scott can I play here?: Try "YOU ARE THE REASON", "Dancing On My Own". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.