Don't Go Breaking My Heart

by Elton John
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Lyrics

Don’t go break ing my heart.

I could n’t if I tried.

Oh, (G)hon ey, if I get (A)rest less, ba by, you’re not that kind.

Don’t go break ing my heart.

You take the weight off me.

Oh, (G)hon ey, when you (C)knock at my door,

ooh, I gave you my key.

(Bm)Ooh, hoo,

no bod y (Dm)knows it.

But (C)when I was down

(D)I was your clown.

(Bm)Ooh, hoo,

no bod y (Dm)knows it, (no bod y knows it,) but (C)right from the start I (D)gave you my heart.

(Bb)Oh,

(D)oh, I gave you my (C)heart.

So, don’t go break ing my heart.

I won’t go (D7)break ing your (G)heart.

Don’t go (D7)break ing my heart.

Don’t go break ing my heart.

I could n’t if I tried.

Oh, (G)hon ey, if I get (A)rest less, ba by, you’re not that kind.

Don’t go break ing my heart.

You take the weight off me.

Oh, (G)hon ey, when you (C)knock at my door,

ooh, I gave you my key.

(Bm)Ooh, hoo,

no bod y (Dm)knows it.

But (C)when I was down

(D)I was your clown.

(Bm)Ooh, hoo,

no bod y (Dm)knows it, (no bod y knows it,) but (C)right from the start I (D)gave you my heart.

(Bb)Oh,

(D)oh, I gave you my (C)heart.

So, don’t go break ing my heart.

I won’t go (D7)break ing your (G)heart.

Don’t go (D7)break ing my heart.

I won’t go (D7)break ing your heart.

Don’t go break ing my, don’t go break ing my, don’t go (D7)break ing my heart.

Don’t go break ing my, don’t go break ing my, don’t go (D7)break ing my heart.

Don't Go Breaking My Heart — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Don't Go Breaking My Heart" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of G, 112 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 Go Breaking My Heart

Where are the chord symbols for "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" is in G.
What key is "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Elton John played in?
Don't Go Breaking My Heart 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 Go Breaking My Heart"?
The arrangement plays at 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" 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 Go Breaking My Heart"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Don't Go Breaking My Heart"?
"Don't Go Breaking My Heart" was originally performed by Elton John. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Elton John can I play here?
Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" is in the key of G at 112 BPM.
What chords are in "Don't Go Breaking My Heart"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of G, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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