I'm A Fool To Want You

by Frank Sinatra
Loading song
Fetching song
1
—
How to Play This Song

Learn a simple version, phrase by phrase: the melody, then easy chords.

Start the lesson
Personalize the finger hints for your handsPick your hand size and we'll re-suggest this song's fingering to fit you.Personalize
More ways to play

Other arrangements of I'm A Fool To Want You

Pick a learning view.

Lyrics

I’m a (B)fool to (Em)want you,

I’m a (E)fool to (Am)want you,

to (Bdim)want (Am)a (Em)love that can’t be (C7)true, a love that’s there for oth ers, too.

I’m a (B)fool to (Em)hold you,

such a (E)fool to (Am)hold you,

to (Bdim)seek (Am)a (Em)kiss not mine a (C7)lone, to share a (Em)kiss the (B7)dev il has (Em)known.

(Am)Time and time a (D9)gain

I said (D)I’d (G)leave you,

(Am)time and time a (D7)gain

I went a (Gmaj7)way,

but (Am6)then would come the (B7)time when I would (Em)need you,

and (C7)once a gain these words I’d have to (B7)say:

I’m a (B)fool to (Em)want you,

pit y (E)me, I (Am)need you,

I (Bdim)know (Am)it’s (Em)wrong, it must be (C7)wrong, but right or (Am)wrong, I can’t get a (Am6)long

with (B)out (Em)you.

I’m a (B)fool to (Em)want you,

I’m a (E)fool to (Am)want you,

to (Bdim)want (Am)a (Em)love that can’t be (C7)true, a love that’s there for oth ers, too.

I’m a (B)fool to (Em)hold you,

such a (E)fool to (Am)hold you,

to (Bdim)seek (Am)a (Em)kiss not mine a (C7)lone, to share a (Em)kiss the (B7)dev il has (Em)known.

(Am)Time and time a (D9)gain

I said (D)I’d (G)leave you,

(Am)time and time a (D7)gain

I went a (Gmaj7)way,

but (Am6)then would come the (B7)time when I would (Em)need you,

and (C7)once a gain these words I’d have to (B7)say:

(Take me (B)back, I (Em)love you,)

pit y (E)me, I (Am)need you,

I (Bdim)know (Am)it’s (Em)wrong, it must be (C7)wrong, but right or (Am)wrong, I can’t get a (Am6)long

with (B)out (Em)you.

I’m a (B)fool to (Em)you.

I'm A Fool To Want You — Simple Sheet Music

7 people have learned this song

"I'm A Fool To Want You" 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 E, 94 BPM.

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

About “I'm A Fool To Want You”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I'm A Fool To Want You"?
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'm A Fool To Want You" by Frank Sinatra played in?
I'm A Fool To Want You is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "I'm A Fool To Want You"?
The arrangement plays at 94 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I'm A Fool To Want You" 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'm A Fool To Want You"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I'm A Fool To Want You"?
"I'm A Fool To Want You" was originally performed by Frank Sinatra. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "I'm A Fool To Want You"?
This arrangement uses 14 chords: Am, Am6, B7, Bdim, C7, D7, D9, E7, +6 more.
What other songs by Frank Sinatra can I play here?
Try "THE CONTINENTAL", "LOST IN THE STARS", "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes". 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'm A Fool To Want You". Key of E, 94 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.