When We Dance

by Sting
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Lyrics

If he loved es you

like I love to buy your

I would (Cm7)walk a way in shame.

I’d move (Eb)town, I’d change my name.

When he watch es you,

when he counts to buy your

on your (Cm7)hand his gold en rings

like he (Eb)owns a bird that sings.

When he

When we (Bb)dance,

an gels will (Ab)run and hide their (Eb)wings.

The priest has said my soul’s sal va tion

is in the bal ance of the an gels.

And un der neath the wheels of pas sion,

I keep the faith in my fash ion.

When we (Bb)dance, will love you more than life (Ab)if you’ll gels will run and my hide their (Fm7)wings.

gon na love you night and day.

I’m gon na try in ev ’ry we (Bb)dance, gon na find a place to live, (Ab)give you gels will run and to hide their (Eb)wings.

will love you more than life (Cm7)if you’ll on (Absus2)ly be my wife.)

If (F)I could break down these walls and shout my name (C)at heav en’s gate,

I’d take these (F)hands and I’d de stroy the (Csus)dark ma chin er (C)ies of fate.

Ca the drals are (F)bro ken,

(Absus)heav en’s no long er (Ab)a bove, and hell (Absus)fire’s a prom ise a (Ab)way, I’d still be say ing I’m (Eb)still in love.

He won’t (F)love with you,

like I love dren of our you.

own.

He won’t (Dm7)care for you this way.

He’ll mis (F)treat you if you stay.

Come and (F)live with me.

We’ll have chil dren of our you.

own.

I would (Dm7)love you more than life

if you’ll (F)come and be my wife.

Come and

When we (C)dance,

an gels will (Bb)run and hide their (Gm7)wings.

When we (C)dance,

an gels will (Bb)run and hide their (Gm7)wings.

When we

When we (F)(I’m gon na love you night and day.

gon na try in ev ’ry way.

gon na find a place to live, you all I’ve got to give.

(F)I will love you more than life (Dm7)if you’ll on (F)ly be my wife.

(F)I’m gon na love you night and day.

(Dm7)I’m gon na try (F)in ev ’ry way.)

When We Dance — Simple Sheet Music

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"When We Dance" 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 Ab, 84 BPM.

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

About “When We Dance

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "When We Dance"?
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 "When We Dance" by Sting played in?
When We Dance is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "When We Dance"?
The arrangement plays at 84 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "When We Dance" 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 "When We Dance"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "When We Dance"?
"When We Dance" was originally performed by Sting. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "When We Dance"?
This arrangement uses 18 chords: Ab, Absus2, Absus4, Bb, C, C7, Cm7, Csus4, +10 more.
What other songs by Sting can I play here?
Try "DESERT ROSE", "IF I EVER LOSE MY FAITH IN YOU", "PRACTICAL ARRANGEMENT". 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 "When We Dance". Key of Ab, 84 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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