Sweet Thing

by Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan
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I would love you (Dmaj7)an y way,

e ven if you (Dmaj7)can not stay.

I think you are (Dmaj7)the one for me,

here is where (Dmaj7)you ought to be.

I just want (Dmaj7)to sat is fy you, but (Dmaj7)you’re not mine.

I can’t de ny it.

Don’t Don’t you hear me talk ing, ba by?

ey.

These (Dmaj7)Love me now or I’ll go cra zy.

but...

(C#m)Oh,

(D)sweet thing,

(C#m)don’t you (E)know you’re (A)my ev ’ry thing?

(C#m)Oh,

(D)sweet thing,

(C#m)don’t you (E)know you’re (A)my ev ’ry thing?

I wish you were (Dmaj7)my lov er,

but you act so (Dmaj7)un cov er.

I love you, child, (Dmaj7)my whole life long,

be it right, (Dmaj7)or be it wrong.

I’m on what (Dmaj7)you make me, ba by.

Don’t (Dmaj7)walk a way, don’t be so shad y.

Don’t want your mind, don’t want your ba mon ey.

These (Dmaj7)words I say, they might sound fun ny, but...

(C#m)Oh,

(D)sweet thing,

(C#m)don’t you (E)know you’re (A)my ev ’ry thing?

(C#m)Oh,

(D)sweet thing,

(C#m)don’t you (E)know you’re (A)my ev ’ry thing?

(C#m)don’t you (E)know you’re (A)my ev ’ry thing?

(Dmaj7)Yes, you are.

Yes, you (Dmaj7)are.

Oh.

You (Bbmaj7)are my heat, (Ebmaj7)you are my fi re; you make me weep (Ebmaj7)with strong de si re.

To love you, (Ebmaj7)child, my whole life long, be it right, (Ebmaj7)or be it wrong.

I just want (Ebmaj7)to sat is fy you, though (Bbmaj7)you’re not mine, (Ebmaj7)I can’t de ny it.

Don’t you hear (Ebmaj7)me talk ing, ba by?

Love (Db7)me now (Cm7)or...

(Bbmaj7)You’re my heat, (Ebmaj7)you’re my fire.

(Bbmaj7)You’re not mine, (Ebmaj7)can’t de ny it.

(Bbmaj7)Don’t you hear (Ebmaj7)me talk ing, ba by?

(Dm7)Love me (Db7)now or (Cm7)I’ll go (Cb7)cra zy.

(Bbmaj7)You’re my heat, (Ebmaj7)you’re my fire.

(Bbmaj7)You’re not mine, (Ebmaj7)can’t de ny it.

(Bbmaj7)Don’t you hear (Ebmaj7)me talk ing, ba by?

(Dm7)Love me (Db7)now or (Cm7)I’ll go (Cb7)cra zy.

Sweet Thing — Simple Sheet Music

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"Sweet Thing" 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, 82 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Sweet Thing

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Sweet Thing"?
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 "Sweet Thing" by Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan played in?
Sweet Thing 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 "Sweet Thing"?
The arrangement plays at 82 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Sweet Thing" 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 "Sweet Thing"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Sweet Thing"?
"Sweet Thing" was originally performed by Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Sweet Thing"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, Amaj7, Bbmaj7, C#m, Cb7, Cm7, D, Db7, +5 more.
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 "Sweet Thing". Key of A, 82 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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