Things I'll Never Say

by Avril Lavigne
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(D)Da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da.

(A)Da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da.

It I’m tug gin’ at my (G)hair.

I’m pull in’ at my clothes.

I’m try’n to keep my cool.

I know it shows.

I’m star in’ at my (G)feet.

we’re My cheeks are turn in’ red.

I’m search in’ for the words in side my (Em)head.

I’m I’m feel in’ nerv ous.

Try’n to be so per fect, ’cause I know you’re worth it.

You’re worth it, yeah.

If I could say what I wan na say, I’d say I wan na blow you a way.

Be with you ev ’ry night.

Am I squeez in’ you too tight?

If I could say what I wan na see, I wan na see you go down on one knee.

Mar ry me to day.

Guess I’m wish in’ my life a way

with these things I’ll nev er say.

It don’t do me an y (G)good.

It’s just a waste of time.

What use is it to you what’s on my mind?

If it ain’t com in’ (G)out we’re not go in’ an y where.

So why can’t I just tell you that I (Em)care?

’Cause I’m feel in’ nerv ous.

Try’n to be so per fect,

’cause I know you’re worth it.

You’re worth it, yeah.

If I could say what I wan na say, I’d say I wan na blow you a way.

Be with you ev ’ry night.

Am I squeez in’ you too tight?

If I could say what I wan na see, I wan na see you go down on one knee.

Mar ry me to day.

Guess I’m wish in’ my life a way

with these things I’ll nev er say.

(Bm)What is, what’s wrong

with my tongue?

These words keep slip pin’ a way.

I stut ter.

I stum ble

like I’ve got noth ing to say.

’Cause I’m feel in’ nerv ous.

Try’n to be so per fect,

’cause I know you’re worth it.

You’re worth it,

yeah.

(D)Da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da.

(A)Da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da.

(D)Da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da.

(A)Da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da, da.

da.

Guess I’m wish in’ my life a way

with these things I’ll nev er say.

If I could say what I wan na say

These things I’ll nev er say.

Things I'll Never Say — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Things I'll Never Say" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of D, 100 BPM.

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

About “Things I'll Never Say”

Can I play "Things I'll Never Say" without reading sheet music?
Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Things I'll Never Say" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Things I'll Never Say" by Avril Lavigne played in?
Things I'll Never Say 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 "Things I'll Never Say"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Things I'll Never Say" 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 "Things I'll Never Say"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Things I'll Never Say"?
"Things I'll Never Say" was originally performed by Avril Lavigne. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Things I'll Never Say"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Asus2, Bm, Bmin, C, D, Em, G, +1 more.
What other songs by Avril Lavigne can I play here?
Try "MOBILE", "TOMORROW", "EVERYBODY HURTS". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Things I'll Never Say"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Things I'll Never Say" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "Things I'll Never Say"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Things I'll Never Say" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.