That's What I Want For Christmas

by Nancy Wilson
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Lyrics

When you (Amaj7)said yes ter (F#m7)day that it’s (Bm7)near ly Christ mas, (Amaj7)what did I (F#m7)want, and I (Bm7)thought: Just love me, love me,

(Dmaj9)love me.

(Amaj7)That’s what I (F#)want for (F13)Christ mas.

(E)When I (Amaj7)walk through a (F#m7)room, let them see you (E13)need me, (Amaj7)walk through a (F#m7)room, let (Bm7)them see you (C#7)love me,

love me,

(Dmaj9)love me.

(Amaj7)That’s what I (F#m7)want for (Bm7)Christ mas.

(Bm7)An y one can (E7)wish for all the (A)trin kets in the (F#m7)win dow.

(Bm7)Some can e ven (E7)buy the things they see.

(Bm7)But the pres ents (E7)that I want you’ll (A)nev er find in (A)an y win dow.

(F#m7)Bring me love and (G#m7)bring it (G#7)just (C#m7)for (C9)me.

(Bb)When you (Amaj7)come home at night, take me (Bm7)in your arms and hold me.

Kiss (F#m7)me and (Bm7)say you love me,

love me, love,

love me.

(Amaj7)That’s (A)what I (E7sus4)want for (A)Christ mas.

(Amaj7)walk through a (F#m7)room, let them see you (E13)need me, (Amaj7)walk through a (F#m7)room, let (Bm7)them see you (C#7)love me,

love me,

(Dmaj9)love me.

(Amaj7)That’s what I (F#m7)want for (Bm7)Christ mas.

(Bm7)An y one can (E7)wish for all the (A)trin kets in the (F#m7)win dow.

(Bm7)Some can e ven (E7)buy the things they see.

(Bm7)But the pres ents (E7)that I want you’ll (A)nev er find in (A)an y win dow.

(F#m7)Bring me love and (G#m7)bring it (G#7)just (C#m7)for (C9)me.

(Bb)When you (Amaj7)come home at night, take me (Bm7)in your arms and hold me.

Kiss (F#m7)me and (Bm7)say you love me,

love me, love,

love me.

(Amaj7)That’s (A)what I (E7sus4)want for (A)Christ mas.

(Amaj7)That’s what I (F#m7)want for (Bm7)Christ (A)mas.

(Bm7)(Hold me.) (E9)Hold me.

(Amaj7)(Kiss me.) (F#m7)Kiss me.

(Bm7)That’s what I (E)want for (CN.C.)Christ mas.

That's What I Want For Christmas — Simple Sheet Music

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"That's What I Want For Christmas" 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, 100 BPM.

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

About “That's What I Want For Christmas”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "That's What I Want For Christmas"?
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 "That's What I Want For Christmas" by Nancy Wilson played in?
That's What I Want For Christmas 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 "That's What I Want For Christmas"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "That's What I Want For Christmas" 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 "That's What I Want For Christmas"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "That's What I Want For Christmas"?
"That's What I Want For Christmas" was originally performed by Nancy Wilson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "That's What I Want For Christmas"?
This arrangement uses 26 chords: A, Adom, Amaj7, Amaj9, Bb9, Bbdom, Bm7, C, +18 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 "That's What I Want For Christmas". Key of A, 100 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.