Knock Three Times

by Tony Orlano & Dawn
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Lyrics

(D)Hey, girl, what cha do in’ down there

danc in’ a lone ev ’ry night while I live right a (A7)bove you?

I can hear your mu sic play in’,

how I can feel your bod y sway in’.

and One floor be low me, you don’t e ven know me, I a (D)love you.

Oh, my dar lin’, (G)knock three times on the ceil ing if you (D)want me;

(A7)twice on the pipe

if the an swer is (D)no.

Oh, my sweet ness, (G)(Knock)

means you’ll meet me in the (D)hall way;

(A7)twice on the pipe

means you ain’t gon na (A)show.

If (D)you look out your win dow to night,

pull in the string with the note that’s at tached to my (A7)heart.

you?

Read how man y times I saw you,

how in my si lence I a dore you,

and on ly in my dreams did that wall be tween us come a (D)part.

you.

Oh, my dar lin’, (G)knock three times on the ceil ing if you (D)want me;

(A7)twice on the pipe

if the an swer is (D)no.

Oh, my sweet ness, (G)(Knock)

means you’ll meet me in the (D)hall way;

(A7)twice on the pipe

means you ain’t gon na (A)show.

If Oh, my dar lin’, (A)show.

Knock Three Times — Simple Sheet Music

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"Knock Three Times" 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, 100 BPM.

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

About “Knock Three Times

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Knock Three Times"?
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 "Knock Three Times" by Tony Orlano & Dawn played in?
Knock Three Times 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 "Knock Three Times"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Knock Three Times" 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 "Knock Three Times"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Knock Three Times"?
"Knock Three Times" was originally performed by Tony Orlano & Dawn. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Knock Three Times"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: A, A7, D, D7, Em7, G.
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 "Knock Three Times". Key of D, 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.

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