Not While I'm Around

by Stephen Sondheim
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Lyrics

Noth ing’s gon na harm you, (Bb)not while I’m a round.

Noth ing’s gon na (F)harm you, no sir, (Bb)not while I’m a round.

(Bbmaj9)De mons are prowl ing (C7)ev ’ry where, (Am7)now a days.

(G11)I’ll send ’em howl ing, (G7)I don’t care, (C13)I got ways.

No one’s gon na (C)hurt you, (Bb)no one’s gon na dare.

Oth ers can de sert you, not to wor ry, (Cm)whis tle, I’ll be there.

(Bbmaj7)De mons ’ll charm you (C7)with a smile (Am7)for a while, (Dm7)but in (G)time (Am7)noth ing can harm you, (C11)not while I’m a (F)round.

Not While I'm Around by Stephen Sondheim

Easy piano arrangement in the key of Bb at 112 BPM. Difficulty: easy. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

About “Not While I'm Around”

What key is "Not While I'm Around" in?
"Not While I'm Around" by Stephen Sondheim is in the key of Bb with a tempo of 112 BPM. Difficulty: easy.
Is "Not While I'm Around" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.
Can I play "Not While I'm Around" without reading sheet music?
Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
How long does it take to learn "Not While I'm Around" on piano?
1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
What other songs by Stephen Sondheim can I play here?
Try "LOSING MY MIND", "Agony (Film Version)", "Any Moment - Part I". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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