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You held my hand and (Em7)walked me (Dsus)home, I know
why you gave me that kiss.
It was (Em7)some thing like (Dsus)this and made me go oh, oh.
You wiped my tears, got rid of (Em7)all my (Dsus)fears.
Why did you have to go?
Guess it was n’t e nough to take up (Em7)some of my (Csus2)love.
Guys are so hard to trust.
Did I not tell you that I’m not like that girl, the one who gives it all a (D5)way, yeah, ahh.
Did you think that I was going to give it (C5)up to you this time?
Did you think that it was some thing I was (C5)going to do and cry?
Don’t try to tell me (C5)what to (G5)do.
Don’t try to tell me (D5)what to (Am11)say, you’re bet ter off that (D5)way, yeah.
Don’t think that your charm and the (Em7)fact that your (Dsus)arm is now a round my neck
will get you in my pants.
I’ll have to (Em7)kick your (Dsus)ass and make you nev er for get.
I’m gon na ask you to stop.
I thought I (Em7)liked you a (Dsus)lot but I’m real ly up set.
Get out of my head.
Get (Em7)off of my (Csus2)bed.
Yeah, that’s what I said.
Did I not tell you that I’m not like that girl, the one who throws it all a (D5)way.
(D5)way, yeah.
This (C5)guilt trip that you put me on won’t mess me up, I’ve done no wrong.
An y (Am7)thoughts of you and me have gone a (C5)way.
Did you think that I was going to give it (C5)up to you
this time?
Did you think that it was some thing I was (C5)going to do
and cry?
Don’t try to tell me (C5)what to (G5)do.
Don’t try to tell me (D5)what to (Csus2)say.
You’re bet ter off that (D5)way, yeah.
Bet ter off that (Csus2)way.
I’m bet ter off a lone an (D5)y way.
Don't Tell Me — Simple Sheet Music
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"Don't Tell Me" 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, 100 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Don't Tell Me”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Don't Tell Me"?
- 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 Tell Me" by Avril Lavigne played in?
- Don't Tell Me 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 Tell Me"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Don't Tell Me" 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 Tell Me"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Don't Tell Me"?
- "Don't Tell Me" was originally performed by Avril Lavigne. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Avril Lavigne can I play here?
- Try "MOBILE", "TOMORROW", "EVERYBODY HURTS". 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 Tell Me". Key of G, 100 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.