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When (G6)my friends ma told me you had some one new,
I did n’t be lieve a sin gle (Em7)word was (D)true.
I (G6)showed them all I had faith in you.
(Em7)I
just (Am7)kept on (D11)say ing, (Gmaj9)“Oh (G6)no, not my
ba by;
oh (Em7)no, not my sweet (D11)ba by.”
You’re not like those
oth er guys
who (Bm7)lead you (Em7)on
and (Am7)tell you (D11)lies.
(G6)My ma ma told me when had ru mors spread
there’s truth some be where, and I should (Em7)use my (D)head.
But (G6)I did n’t ten to faith she said.
(Em7)I
just (Am7)kept on (D11)say ing, (Gmaj9)“Oh (G6)no, not my
ba by;
oh (Em7)no, not my sweet (D11)ba by.”
You’re not like those
oth er boys
who (Bm7)play with (Em7)hearts
like (Am7)tell you (D11)lies.
(Am7)they were (Bm7)toys.
(G6)You and I, we got a spe cial thing;
go to geth er just like (Em7)sum mer and (D9)spring.
And (G6)they’re all jeal ous of the (Am7)love you bring.
And (Em7)I’m
gon na (Am7)keep on (D11)say ing, (Gmaj9)“Oh (G6)no, not my
ba by;
oh (Em7)no, not my sweet (D11)ba by.
(Gmaj9)“Oh (G6)no, not my
ba by;
oh (Em7)no, not my sweet (D11)ba by.
(Gmaj9)Oh no.”
Oh No, Not My Baby — Simple Sheet Music
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"Oh No, Not My Baby" 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 G, 80 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Oh No, Not My Baby”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Oh No, Not My Baby"?
- 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 "Oh No, Not My Baby" by Carole King played in?
- Oh No, Not My Baby is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Oh No, Not My Baby"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Oh No, Not My Baby" 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 "Oh No, Not My Baby"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Oh No, Not My Baby"?
- "Oh No, Not My Baby" was originally performed by Carole King. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Oh No, Not My Baby"?
- This arrangement uses 10 chords: Am7, Bm7, Cmaj7, D, D9, Ddom, Em7, G, +2 more.
- What other songs by Carole King can I play here?
- Try "YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND", "TAPESTRY", "I FEEL THE EARTH MOVE". 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 "Oh No, Not My Baby". Key of G, 80 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.