Don't

by Ed Sheeran
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Lyrics

I (Em)met this girl (Bm)late last year.

She said (C)don’t you wor ry if I (D)dis ap pear.

I told her I’m not real ly look ing for an oth er mis take.

I called an old friend think ing that the trou ble would wait.

But then I (Em)jump right in a week (Bm)la ter re turned.

I reck on (C)she was on ly look ing for a (D)lov er to burn.

But I (Em)gave her my time for (Bm)two or three nights.

Then I (C)put it on pause un til the (D)mo ment was right.

I went a (Em)way for (Bm)months un (C)til our paths crossed a (D)gain.

She told me (Em)I was nev er look ing for a (Bm)friend.

May be you can (C)swing by my room a round (D)ten.

Ba by bring the (Em)lem on and a bot tle of (Bm)gin.

We’ll be in be tween the (C)sheets till the late a.

(D)m.

Ba by if you want ed (Em)me then you should ’ve just said.

She’s sing ing: (C)Ah, la ah (D)la la.

That (Bm)heart is so (C)cold.

All (D)o ver my (Em)home.

I don’t wan na (Bm)know that babe.

(C)Ah, la ah (D)la la.

I (Bm)told her she (C)knows.

Take (D)aim and re (Em)load.

I don’t wan na (Bm)know that babe.

(CN.C.)Ah, la ah la la.

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 E, 96 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

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 Ed Sheeran played in?
Don't is arranged in the key of E 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 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Don't" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
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 Ed Sheeran. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Don't"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: B, Bm, C, D, Em.
What other songs by Ed Sheeran can I play here?
Try "Sing", "SING", "DIVE". 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 E, 96 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.