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I’m no la dy, but now and then
I’ve got some thin’ that makes you yen.
I’m no la dy from way back when,
but (Eb)pinch those (Edim)pan a (Bb)tel las, (Gdim)fel (G7)las, (Cm7)while I (F7)preach a gain.
Don’t ask a la dy what (F#9)the (G7)la dy did be fore.
Ask what the (F7)la dy’s do in’ now.
Don’t poke a round in side (F#9)the (G9)la dy’s bu reau drawer.
What’s here to thrill ya
ain’t mem ’ra bi lia.
Why drag the laun dry out when you’re a bout to score?
My hen na lasts a month and not a mo ment more.
Don’t ask a la dy what (F#7)the (G9)la dy did be fore.
Ask what the (F7)la dy’s do in’ speak up and (G7)you’re a shoo in’ ask what the (F7)la dy’s do in’ now.
Don’t did dle with (Gm)chit chat
don’t fid dle with small talk.
What good is the fan cy foot work if it’s (C9)all talk?
The trou ble with (Cm7)guys is (F#9)once the (F7)ice is (E)thawed
they wan na know (Dm7)if the (G7)la dy’s been a (Cm7)broad!
ask what the la dy’s (Cm7)do
(F)in’
(Now) don’t ask how (Bb)well she’s do in’ what oth er (Bb)swell she’s do in’ ask what the (F7)hell she’s do in’ now.
Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before — Simple Sheet Music
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"Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before" 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 Eb, 120 BPM.
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About “Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before"?
- 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 Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before" by Cy Coleman played in?
- Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before" 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 "Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before"?
- "Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before" was originally performed by Cy Coleman. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Don't Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before"?
- This arrangement uses 24 chords: Bb, Bb7, C7, C9, Cm, Cm7, D7, Dm, +16 more.
- What other songs by Cy Coleman can I play here?
- Try "HERE'S TO US", "BIG SPENDER", "Big Spender". 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 Ask The Lady What The Lady Did Before". Key of Eb, 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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