Don't Sleep In The Subway

by Petula Clark
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Lyrics

You wan der a round on your own lit tle cloud when you (F)don’t see the (C)why or the where fore.

You walk out on me when we both dis a gree ’cause to (F)rea son is (C)not what you care for.

I’ve heard it (C#7)all a mil lion (F#m7)times

(B7)be (C#m)fore;

take off your (E7)coat, my love, and (Am)close

(D7)the (G7sus)door.

Don’t sleep in the (Eb)sub way, dar ling.

Don’t stand in the (Eb)pour ing rain.

Don’t sleep in the (Eb)sub way, dar ling, the (Fm7)night is long.

For (Eb)get your fool ish pride, (Ab)noth ing’s wrong now (Fm7)you’re be side me a (Eb)gain.

You try to be smart then you take it to heart ’cause it (F)hurts when your (C)e go’s de flat ed.

You don’t re al ize that it’s all com pro mise and the (F)prob lems are (C)so o ver rat ed.

Good bye means (C#7)noth ing when it’s (F#m7)all

(B7)for (C#m)show,

so why pre (E7)tend you’ve some where (Am)else

(D7)to (G7sus)go?

Don’t sleep in the (Eb)sub way, dar ling.

Don’t stand in the (Eb)pour ing rain.

Don’t sleep in the (Eb)sub way, dar ling, the (Fm7)night is long.

For (Eb)get your fool ish pride, (Ab)noth ing’s wrong now (Fm7)you’re be side me a (Eb)gain.

(Eb)gain.

(Eb)gain.

Don't Sleep In The Subway — Simple Sheet Music

"Don't Sleep In The Subway" 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, 136 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Don't Sleep In The Subway

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't Sleep In The Subway"?
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 Sleep In The Subway" by Petula Clark played in?
Don't Sleep In The Subway 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 Sleep In The Subway"?
The arrangement plays at 136 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Don't Sleep In The Subway" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Don't Sleep In The Subway"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Don't Sleep In The Subway"?
"Don't Sleep In The Subway" was originally performed by Petula Clark. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Don't Sleep In The Subway"?
This arrangement uses 23 chords: Ab, Am, Am7, B7, Bb7, C, C#7, C#m, +15 more.
What other songs by Petula Clark can I play here?
Try "DOWNTOWN", "I KNOW A PLACE", "A SIGN OF THE TIMES". 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 Sleep In The Subway". Key of C, 136 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.

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