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What do you (CN.C.)mean,
oh, oh, when you nod your head yes, but you wan na say no?
What do you mean,
hey, yeah, when you don’t want me to move, but you tell me to go?
What do you (Dbsus2)mean?
(Fm7)Oh, what do you (Eb)mean?
Said you’re (Dbsus2)run ning out of time; what do you mean?
Oh, oh, (Fm7)oh, what do you (Eb)mean?
Bet ter (Dbsus2)make up your mind; what do you (Dbsus2)mean?
You’re so in de (Fm7)ci sive what I’m say ing.
Try’n’ to catch the beat, make up your heart.
You Don’t know if you’re (Fm7)hap py or com plain ing.
Don’t (Dbsus2)want for us to end.
Where do I start?
First you wan na go to the (Fm7)left, then you wan na turn right;
wan na ar gue all day, mak in’ love all night.
First you’re up, then you’re (Fm7)down and in be tween.
Oh, I real ly (Dbsus2)wan na know, what do you (Dbsus2)mean,
oh, oh, when you (Eb)nod your head yes, but you (Dbsus2)wan na say no?
What do you mean,
hey, yeah, when you don’t (Eb)want me to move, but you (Dbsus2)tell me to go?
What do you mean?
(Fm7)Oh, what do you (Ebsus)mean?
Said you’re (Dbsus2)run ning out of time; what do you mean?
Oh, oh, (Fm7)oh, what do you (Ebsus)mean?
Bet ter (Dbsus2)make up your mind; what do you (Dbsus2)mean?
You’re o ver pro (Fm7)tec tive when I’m leav ing.
Try’n’ to com pro mise, but I can’t win.
You wan na make a (Fm7)point, but you keep preach ing.
You (Dbsus2)had me from the start; won’t let this end.
First you wan na go to the (Fm7)left, then you wan na turn right;
wan na ar gue all day, mak in’ love all night.
First you’re up, then you’re (Fm7)down and in be tween.
Oh, I real ly (Dbsus2)wan na know, what do you (Dbsus2)mean,
oh, oh, when you (Eb)nod your head yes, but you (Dbsus2)wan na say no?
What do you mean,
hey, yeah, when you don’t (Eb)want me to move, but you (Dbsus2)tell me to go?
What do you mean?
(Fm7)Oh, what do you (Ebsus)mean?
Said you’re (Dbsus2)run ning out of time; what do you mean?
Oh, oh, (Fm7)oh, what do you (Ebsus)mean?
Bet ter (Dbsus2)make up your mind; what do you (Dbsus2)make up your mind; what do you (Dbsus2)tell me to go?
What do you mean?
(Fm7)Oh, what do you (Eb)mean?
Said you’re (Dbsus2)run ning out of time; what do you mean?
Oh, oh, (Fm7)oh, what do you (Eb)mean?
Bet ter (Dbsus2)make up your mind; what do you (CN.C.)mean?
What Do You Mean? — Simple Sheet Music
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"What Do You Mean?" 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 Db, 120 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “What Do You Mean?”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "What Do You Mean?"?
- 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 "What Do You Mean?" by Justin Bieber played in?
- What Do You Mean? is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "What Do You Mean?"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "What Do You Mean?" 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 "What Do You Mean?"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "What Do You Mean?"?
- "What Do You Mean?" was originally performed by Justin Bieber. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "What Do You Mean?"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: Abpow, C, Dbsus2, Eb, Ebsus4, Fm7.
- What other songs by Justin Bieber can I play here?
- Try "FALL", "DIE IN YOUR ARMS", "U SMILE". 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 "What Do You Mean?". Key of Db, 120 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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