Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That

by Dolly Parton
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(E)Why’d you come in here look in’ like that in your (A)cow boy (A)boots and your (A)paint ed on jeans, (A)all decked (A)out like a (A)cow girl’s dream?

(A)Why’d you come in here (B)look in’ like (CN.C.)that?

(CN.C.)Here comes my (B)ba by,

to (A)drag gin’ my heart be hind.

He’s driv in’ me (B)cra zy.

with (A)Who says love is (E)blind?

He’s got a (C#m)wan der in’ eye an, and a (E)trav el in’ mind, And he’s (A)big na i me deas and a (B)lit tle be hind.

He’s (C#m)Out him with a dif f’rent wom an (E)ev er y night, but (A)I re mem ber when this he was (B)mine.

(E)Why’d (CN.C.)you come in here look in’ like that in your (A)high heeled (A)boots and your (A)paint ed on jeans, (A)all decked (A)out like a (A)cow girl’s dream?

(A)Waltz in’ right in here (B)look in’ like (E)that.

Why’d you come in here look in’ like that when (A)you could stop (A)traf fic in a (A)gun ny sack?

Why, you’re (A)al most (A)giv in’ me a (A)heart at tack when you (A)waltz right in here (B)look in’ like (CN.C.)that.

(CN.C.)I just can’t (A)Why’d you come in here (B)look in’ like (E)that?

(F#)Why’d you (CN.C.)come in here look in’ like that in your (B)cow boy boots and your paint ed on jeans, all decked out like a cow girl’s dream?

Why’d you come in here (C#)look in’ like (F#)that?

Why’d you come in here look in’ like that when (B)you could stop (B)traf fic in a (B)gun ny sack?

Why, you’re (B)al most (B)giv in’ me a (B)heart at tack when you (B)waltz right in here (C#)look in’ like (F#)that.

(B)Why’d you come in here (C#)look in’ like (F#)that?

(B)Why’d you come in here

(CN.C.)look in’ like that?

Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That — Simple Sheet Music

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"Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That" 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 E, 164 BPM.

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

About “Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That"?
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 "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That" by Dolly Parton played in?
Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That"?
The arrangement plays at 164 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That" 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 "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That"?
"Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That" was originally performed by Dolly Parton. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That"?
This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, B, Bsus2, C, C#, C#m, E, F#.
What other songs by Dolly Parton can I play here?
Try "NINE TO FIVE", "HE'S EVERYTHING", "HERE YOU COME AGAIN". 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 "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That". Key of E, 164 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.