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I wait ed (C7)till I (Fmaj7)saw the sun.
(Am7)I don’t know (D7)why I (G7sus)did n’t come.
(C)I left you (C7)by the (Fmaj7)house of fun.
(Am7)I don’t know (D7)why I (G7sus)did n’t come.
(C)I don’t know (D7)why I did n’t (G7sus)come.
When I (C7)saw the (Fmaj7)break of day,
(Am7)I wished that (D7)I could (G7sus)fly a way
’stead of (C7)kneel ing (Fmaj7)in the sand
(Am7)catch ing (D7)tear drops (G7sus)in my (C)hand.
My (Am7)heart
is
(D7)drenched
in
(G7)wine,
but (Am7)you’ll
be
(D7)on
my
(G7)mind for
ev er.
Out a (C7)cross the (Fmaj7)end less sea,
I would (D7)die in (G7sus)ec sta sy.
But I’ll (C7)be a (Fmaj7)bag of bones
(Am7)driv ing (D7)down the (G7sus)road a lone.
(C)My (Am7)heart
is
(D7)drenched
in
(G7)wine,
but (Am7)you’ll
be
(D7)on
my
(G7)mind for
ev
er.
Some thing (C7)has to (Fmaj7)make you run.
(Am7)I don’t know (D7)why I (G7sus)did n’t come.
(C)I feel as (C7)emp ty (Fmaj7)as a drum.
(Am7)I don’t know (D7)why I (G7sus)did n’t come.
(C)I don’t know (D7)why I did n’t (G7sus)come.
I
don’t know (D7)why I (G7sus)did n’t (C)come.
Don't Know Why — Simple Sheet Music
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"Don't Know Why" 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 C, 90 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 Know Why”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't Know Why"?
- 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 Know Why" by Norah Jones played in?
- Don't Know Why is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Don't Know Why"?
- The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Don't Know Why" 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 Know Why"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Don't Know Why"?
- "Don't Know Why" was originally performed by Norah Jones. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Norah Jones can I play here?
- Try "IN THE MORNING", "CREEPIN' IN", "FEELIN' THE SAME WAY". 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 Know Why". Key of C, 90 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.