Other arrangements of Don't Bother
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(CN.C.)She’s got the kind of look
that de fies grav i ty.
She’s the great est cook
and she’s fat free, fat free, fat free, fat free.
She’s (E5)been to pri vate school how and she speaks per fect French.
She’s got her at per fect friends.
Oh, is n’t she cool?
She (E5)prac tic es Tai Chi.
She’d nev er lose her nerve.
She’s more than a you de serve.
and She’s just far bet ter than me,
hey, hey.
So don’t (D)both er, I won’t die
of de (C)cep tion.
I (G5)prom ise you won’t ev er see me cry.
Don’t feel (Cm)sor ry.
And don’t (D)both er, I’ll be fine
but she’s (C)wait ing.
The ring you gave to her will lose its shine,
so don’t (Cm)both er, be un kind.
(D)love hurt a (A5)cer tain boy.
I’m (Cm)both er, be un kind.
So don’t (D)both er, I’ll be fine.
I’ll be fine.
I’ll be (C)fine.
I’ll be fine.
(G5)Prom ise you won’t ev er see me cry.
And af ter all I’m glad that I’m not (Am)your type.
(G5)Prom ise you won’t ev er see me cry.
Don’t (D)both er, I’ll be fine.
I’ll be fine.
I’ll be (C)fine.
I’ll be fine.
(G5)Prom ise you won’t ev er see me cry.
And af ter all I’m glad that I’m not (Am)your type.
(G5)Prom ise you won’t ev er see me cry.
Don’t er see me cry.
Don't Bother — Simple Sheet Music
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"Don't Bother" 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 G, 125 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 Bother”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't Bother"?
- 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 Bother" by Shakira played in?
- Don't Bother is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Don't Bother"?
- The arrangement plays at 125 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Don't Bother" 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 Bother"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Don't Bother"?
- "Don't Bother" was originally performed by Shakira. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Don't Bother"?
- This arrangement uses 11 chords: Am, Apow, Bm7, C, Cm, Cpow, D, Dpow, +3 more.
- What other songs by Shakira can I play here?
- Try "UNDERNEATH YOUR CLOTHES", "DARE", "WHENEVER, WHEREVER". 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 Bother". Key of G, 125 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.