Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer

by Stevie Wonder
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Lyrics

(Bb)I said nev er dreamed

you’d (Eb6)leave in (Bb)sum mer.

(Bb)I thought you would go then come back home.

(Cm)I thought the cold would leave by sum mer,

but my (Ab)qui et nights will (G7)be

spent a (Ab7)lone.

(Bb)I said there would be one (Eb6)love in (Bb)spring time.

(Bb)That is when you start ed to be cold.

(Cm)I

nev er dreamed

you’d leave in sum mer,

but my (Ab)now I find my (G7)self

all a (Ab7)lone.

(Ab7)lone.

(C)You said then you’d be

a live in (C)au tumn.

Then you (C)said you’d be the (F)one to see the way.

No, (Dm)no, no, no, (G7)no.

(Dm)I

nev er dreamed

you’d leave in (Dm)sum mer,

but (Bb)now I find my (A7)love has gone a (Bb7)way.

Why did n’t you stay?

Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer — Simple Sheet Music

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"Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer" 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 Bb, 100 BPM.

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

About “Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer"?
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 "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer" by Stevie Wonder played in?
Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer" 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 "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer"?
"Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer" was originally performed by Stevie Wonder. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer"?
This arrangement uses 16 chords: A7, Ab, Ab7, Bb, Bb7, C, Cm, Cm7, +8 more.
What other songs by Stevie Wonder can I play here?
Try "NGICULELA-ES UNA HISTORIA I AM SINGING", "PART TIME LOVER", "HEAVEN IS TEN ZILLION LIGHT YEARS AWAY". 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 "Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer". Key of Bb, 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.