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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 — Simple Sheet Music
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"Don't Go Breaking My Heart" 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, 112 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.
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About “Don't Go Breaking My Heart”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't Go Breaking My Heart"?
- 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 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.
- 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 Go Breaking My Heart". Key of G, 112 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.