Dancing With A Stranger

by Sam Smith & Normani
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Lyrics

I don’t wan na be a (Dbmaj9)lone to night.

It’s pret ty (Eb5)clear that I’m not (Fm7)o ver you.

I’m still think in’ ’bout the (Dbmaj9)things you do,

so I don’t (Eb5)wan na be a (Fm7)lone to night, a lone to night, a (Absus2)lone to night.

Can you (Dbmaj9)light the fire?

I need some (Eb5)bod y who can (Fm7)take con trol.

I know ex act ly what I (Dbmaj9)need to do,

’cause I don’t (Eb5)wan na be a (Fm7)lone to night, a lone to night, a (Absus2)lone to night.

(Dbmaj7)Look what you made me do; I’m with some (Eb5)bod y new.

(Fm)Ooh, ba by, ba by, I’m danc ing with a stran ger.

(Dbmaj7)Look what you made me do; I’m with some (Cm7)bod y new.

(Fm)Ooh, ba by, ba by, I’m danc ing with a stran ger.

Danc ing with a (Eb)stran ger.

I was n’t e ven go ing (Dbmaj9)out to night,

but, boy, I (Eb5)need to get you (Fm7)off my mind.

I know ex act ly what I (Dbmaj9)have to do.

’cause I don’t (Eb5)wan na be a (Fm7)lone to night, a lone to night, a (Absus2)lone to night.

(Dbmaj7)Look what you made me do; I’m with some (Eb5)bod y new.

(Fm)Ooh, ba by, ba by, I’m danc ing with a stran ger.

(Dbmaj7)Look what you made me do; I’m with some (Cm7)bod y new.

(Fm)Ooh, ba by, ba by, I’m danc ing with a stran ger.

Danc ing with a (Eb)stran ger.

I was n’t e ven go ing

Danc ing with a stran ger.

Danc ing, yeah, yeah.

(Db)Look what you made me do; I’m with some (Eb)bod y new.

(Fm7)Ooh, ba by, ba by, I’m danc ing with a stran ger.

(Dbmaj7)Look what you made me do; I’m with some (Cm7)bod y new.

(Fm7)Ooh, ba by, ba by, I’m danc ing with a stran ger.

I’m danc ing, I’m danc ing.

(I’m danc ing, I’m Danc ing with a stran ger.

ing, Danc ing with a stran ger.

(I’m danc ing, I’m Danc ing.) with a stran ger.

Dancing With A Stranger — Simple Sheet Music

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"Dancing With A Stranger" 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, 104 BPM.

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

About “Dancing With A Stranger”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Dancing With A Stranger"?
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 "Dancing With A Stranger" by Sam Smith & Normani played in?
Dancing With A Stranger 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 "Dancing With A Stranger"?
The arrangement plays at 104 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Dancing With A Stranger" 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 "Dancing With A Stranger"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Dancing With A Stranger"?
"Dancing With A Stranger" was originally performed by Sam Smith & Normani. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Dancing With A Stranger"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: Ab, Absus2, Cm7, Db, Dbmaj7, Dbmaj9, Eb, Ebpow, +3 more.
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 "Dancing With A Stranger". Key of F, 104 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.