Shut Up And Drive

by Rihanna
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Lyrics

I’ve been (F5)look ing for a (C5)driv er who is (D5)qual i (Dsus)fied, so (D5)if you (G5)think that you’re the (C5)one, step in (D5)to my (Dsus)ride.

(D5)I’m a (C5)fine like tuned can su per son ic (D5)speed der ma (Dsus)chine (D5)with a (C5)sun ing roof you top and a (D5)gang you sta (Dsus)lean.

So if ya (C5)feel me, let me (D5)know, know, know.

Come on now, (C5)what cha wait ing (D5)for, for, for?

My en gine’s (C5)read y to ex (D5)plode, ex plode, ex plode.

So start me (C5)up and watch me (D5)go, go, go!

I’ll get cha (F5)where you wan na (C5)go, if ya (D5)know what I mean.

Got a (G5)ride that’s (C5)smooth er than a (D5)lim ou sine.

Can you (F5)han dle the curves, can you (D5)run all the lights?

If you (G5)can, ba by (C5)boy, then we can (D5)go all night.

’Cause I’m (F5)ze ro to six ty in (D5)three point five.

Ba by, (G5)you got the keys,

now shut up and drive,

shut up and drive.

I’ve got (F5)class ing like a (C5)fif ty sev en (D5)Ca dil (Dsus)lac.

Got (D5)all the (G5)drive, that but a (C5)whole lot of (D5)boom in (Dsus)back.

(D5)I’m You (C5)look like you can han dle what’s ic (D5)un der my (Dsus)hood.

(D5)You keep (C5)say ing that you will, boy, I (D5)wish you sta (Dsus)would.

So if ya (C5)feel me, let me (D5)know, know, know.

Come on now, (C5)what cha wait ing (D5)for, for, for?

My en gine’s (C5)read y to ex (D5)plode, ex plode, ex plode.

So start me (C5)up and watch me (D5)go, go, go!

I’ll get cha (F5)where you wan na (C5)go, if ya (D5)know what I mean.

Got a (G5)ride that’s (C5)smooth er than a (D5)lim ou sine.

Can you (F5)han dle the curves, can you (D5)run all the lights?

If you (G5)can, ba by (C5)boy, then we can (D5)go all night.

’Cause I’m (F5)ze ro to six ty in (D5)three point five.

Ba by, (G5)you got the keys,

now shut up and drive,

shut up and drive.

I’ve got

’Cause to day (CN.C.)they ain’t got what I got.

Get it, get it, don’t stop, It’s a sure shot.

Ain’t no Fer ra ri, huh, boy?

I’m sor ry.

I ain’t e ven wor ried, so step in (D5)side and ride.

Shut up and drive,

shut up and drive.

Shut Up And Drive — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Shut Up And Drive" by Rihanna: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of D, 130 BPM.

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

About “Shut Up And Drive”

What key is "Shut Up And Drive" by Rihanna played in?
Shut Up And Drive 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 "Shut Up And Drive"?
The arrangement plays at 130 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Shut Up And Drive" 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 "Shut Up And Drive"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Shut Up And Drive"?
"Shut Up And Drive" was originally performed by Rihanna. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Shut Up And Drive"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: C, Cpow, Dpow, Dsus4, Fpow, Gpow.
What other songs by Rihanna can I play here?
Try "A MILLION MILES AWAY", "REHAB", "S.O.S.". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Shut Up And Drive" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Shut Up And Drive" by Rihanna. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Shut Up And Drive" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in D, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Shut Up And Drive" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.