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While all the time that I was lov ing you, y, (Am7)you were bus y lov ing your self.
I would stop breath ing if you told me to, (Am7)now you’re bus y lov ing some one else.
E lev en (Dm7)years out of my life,
be sides the (Am7)kids, me I at have the noth ing to show.
Wast ed my (Dm7)years, a fool of a wife.
I should a (Fmaj7)left your ass long time a go.
Well, I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
(Dm7)Well, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
I was your lov er and your sec re tar y, (Am7)work ing ev ’ry day of the week.
Was at the job when no one else was there, (Am7)help ing you get on ing some your feet.
E lev en (Dm7)years of sac ri fice,
and you can (Am7)leave me I at have the drop of a dime.
Swal lowed my (Dm7)fears, stood by your a side.
I should a (Fmaj7)left your ass a thou sand times.
Well, I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
(Dm7)Well, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
(Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
I know there are no guar an tees,
in love you take your chanc es.
But (F)some how it seems un fair to me, so un fair, (Fm)look at the cir cum stanc es.
Through (C)sick ness and health, ’til death do us part, (Am11)those were the words that we said from our heart.
So (Bb)now when you say that you’re leav ing me,
(Fmaj7)I don’t get that part, oh.
(Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
(Dm7)Well, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
(Dm7)Well, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
(Dm7)Well, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, I’m (Csus2)not gon’ (Am7)cry.
I’m (Dm7)not gon’ shed no (F)tears.
(Dm7)No, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not gon’ cry, it’s (Csus2)not the time ’cause (Dm7)you’re not worth my (F)tears.
(Dm7)Well, (Em7)I’m (Fmaj7)not (Cmaj9)gon’ (Fmaj7)cry.
Not Gon' Cry — Simple Sheet Music
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"Not Gon' Cry" 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 A, 55 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Not Gon' Cry”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Not Gon' Cry"?
- 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 "Not Gon' Cry" by Mary J. Blige played in?
- Not Gon' Cry is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Not Gon' Cry"?
- The arrangement plays at 55 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Not Gon' Cry" 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 "Not Gon' Cry"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Not Gon' Cry"?
- "Not Gon' Cry" was originally performed by Mary J. Blige. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Not Gon' Cry"?
- This arrangement uses 12 chords: Am7, Amin, Bb, C, C7, Cmaj9, Csus2, Dm7, +4 more.
- What other songs by Mary J. Blige can I play here?
- Try "MY LIFE '06", "BE WITHOUT YOU", "FAMILY AFFAIR". 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 "Not Gon' Cry". Key of A, 55 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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