Don't Rush

by Kelly Clarkson
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Lyrics

Let’s (D)wake up in the af the ter noon,

pre (D)tend that we’ve got noth ing to do.

No, we don’t have to (Gmaj7)go by an y a gen da;

we can (Gmaj7)make up can our own rules.

I (D)see the way you’re look ing at me.

(D)Babe, you know I’m feel ing it too.

We can just (Gmaj7)light up ev er y can dle,

mm, the cra (Gmaj7)move from room gon to room.

(D)Stop ping ev ’ry min ute (Dmaj7)just be cause you’re in it, (D7)wish ing ev ’ry day was Sun day.

You’re right next to me.

That’s how it’s sup posed (A6)to be.

Just (Gmaj7)hang ing on ev er y touch.

Ba by, don’t rush.

No, no,

ba by, don’t rush.

(D)Throw ing the map out the win dow.

pre (D)tak ing the long way ing a round

No, to a se cret (Gmaj7)place where no one can find us,

a lit tle (Gmaj7)place we can call our own.

Come (D)o ver here and take a pic ture,

(D)some thing we can hang on it to.

We can look (Gmaj7)back and try to re mem ber

all the cra (Gmaj7)zy things we’re gon na do.

(D)Stop ping ev ’ry min ute (Dmaj7)just be cause you’re in it, (D7)wish ing ev ’ry day was Sun day.

You’re right next to me.

That’s how it’s sup posed (A6)to be.

Just (Gmaj7)hang ing on ev er y touch.

Ba by, don’t rush.

No, no,

ba by, don’t rush.

(Fmaj7)Stop ping ev ’ry min ute just be cause you’re in it, (F7)wish ing ev ’ry day was Sun day.

You’re right next to me.

That’s how it’s sup posed (C6)to be.

(F)Stop ping ev ’ry min ute (Fmaj7)just be cause you’re in it, (F7)wish ing ev ’ry day was Sun day.

You’re right next to me.

That’s how it’s sup posed (C6)to be,

just (Bbmaj7)hang ing on ev er y touch.

Ba by, don’t rush.

No, no,

ba by don’t rush.

Ba by, don’t rush.

No, no,

ba by, don’t rush.

Don't Rush — Simple Sheet Music

"Don't Rush" 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 D, 96 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Don't Rush”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't Rush"?
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 Rush" by Kelly Clarkson played in?
Don't Rush is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Don't Rush"?
The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Don't Rush" 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 Rush"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Don't Rush"?
"Don't Rush" was originally performed by Kelly Clarkson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Kelly Clarkson can I play here?
Try "MISS INDEPENDENT", "A MOMENT LIKE THIS", "ANYTIME". 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 Rush". Key of D, 96 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.