I Want Love

by Elton John
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Lyrics

(G)I want (Em)love, but it’s im (D)pos si ble.

A man like (Em)me, so ir re (C)spon si ble.

A man like me

is (Em)dead in plac es

oth (A)er men

feel (Am7)lib er (D)at ed.

And (G)I can’t (Em)love

shot (D)full of holes.

Don’t feel noth in’, thing I (C)just feel cold.

Don’t feel noth in’, (Em)just old scars gage.

tough en ing (A)up

a (Am7)round my (D)heart.

fic.

But (G)I want love,

just a dif f’rent kind.

(C)I want love, won’t (F7)break me down, won’t (G)break me up, won’t (E)fence me in.

I want a (Am)love that don’t mean a thing.

That’s the (D7sus)love I want.

(D)I want (Bb)love.

(G)I want (Em)love

on (D)my own terms,

af ter ev ’ry thing I’ve (C)ev er learned.

Me, I car ry (Em)too much bag gage.

Oh man, I’ve (A)seen

a (Am7)so much (D)traf fic.

But (G)I want love,

just a dif f’rent kind.

(C)I want love, won’t (F7)break me down, won’t (G)break me up, won’t (E)fence me in.

I want a (Am)love that don’t mean a thing.

That’s the (D7sus)love I want.

(D)I want (Bb)love.

(Bb)love.

So bring it on.

(Bb)I’ve been bruised.

Don’t give me love

that’s (Bb)clean and smooth.

I’m read y for

the (Ab)rough er stuff.

No sweet ro mance,

I’ve had e (D7)nough.

A man like (B)me

is (Em)dead in plac es

oth (A)er men

feel (Am7)lib er (D)at ed.

But (Bb)love.

(G)I want love,

just a dif f’rent kind.

(C)I want love, won’t (F7)break me down, won’t (G)break me up, won’t (E)fence me in.

I want a (Am)love that don’t mean a thing.

That’s the (D7sus)love I want.

(D)I want (Bb)love.

I Want Love — Simple Sheet Music

"I Want Love" 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, 72 BPM.

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

About “I Want Love”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Want Love"?
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 "I Want Love" by Elton John played in?
I Want Love 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 "I Want Love"?
The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I Want Love" 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 "I Want Love"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I Want Love"?
"I Want Love" 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 "I Want Love". Key of G, 72 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.