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(D)“Don’t,
(A7)don’t,”
(D)that’s
what you say
(A7)each (D)time
that I hold
you (Bm7)this (Em7)way.
When I feel like (D)this
(D7)and I want to (G)kiss you, (Em7)ba by, (G)don’t say (D)“don’t.”
(D)Don’t,
(A7)don’t
(D)leave
my em brace
(A7)for (D)here
in my arms
is (Bm7)your (Em7)place.
When the night grows (D)cold
(D7)and I want to (G)hold you, (Em7)ba by, (G)don’t say (D)“don’t.”
(D)“don’t.”
(G)If you think that (F#)this (F#7)is (G)just (A7)a (D)game
(G)I’m (D)play ing,
(E7)if (E9)you (E7)think (D)that (E7)I (D)don’t (E7)mean
(A)ev ’ry (E7)word I’m (A7)say ing,
(D)won’t.
Ba by, (G)don’t say (D)“don’t.”
Don't — Simple Sheet Music
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"Don't" 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 D, 90 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Don't”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't"?
- 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 "Don't" by Elvis Presley played in?
- Don't is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Don't"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Don't" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "Don't"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Don't"?
- "Don't" was originally performed by Elvis Presley. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Don't"?
- This arrangement uses 14 chords: A, A7, Am7, Bm7, D, D#dim, D7, E7, +6 more.
- What other songs by Elvis Presley can I play here?
- Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". 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 "Don't". Key of D, 90 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.