Is "7 Things" good for a child learning piano?

Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.

What age can start with "7 Things"?

Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.

Do we need a piano teacher to use this?

No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.

Can we print the sheet music?

Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.

How many chords does "7 Things" use?

Just 8 chords: Asus2, Bsus4, C, C#m7, C#min, E, Epow, F#min. Take it one section at a time.

What other Miley Cyrus songs work for kids?

Try "I THOUGHT I LOST YOU", "THESE FOUR WALLS", "DREAM". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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7 Things

· by Miley Cyrus

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Lyrics

Sha,

sha,

sha.

I prob ’ly should n’t say this, but at (E5)times I get so scared when I (C#m7)think a bout the pre vi ous re (Bsus)la tion ship we shared.

It was awe some, but we lost it.

It’s not pos si ble for me not to care.

And (Bsus)now we’re (Asus2)stand in’ in the rain, but noth in’s (Bsus)ev er gon na change un til you hear,

my dear,

the sev en things I hate a bout you,

(Bsus)the sev en things I hate a bout you,

oh (Bsus)you.

You’re vain, your (E5)games, you’re in se cure, you love me, (Bsus)you like her.

You (Asus2)make me laugh, you make me cry.

I (Bsus)don’t know which side to buy.

Your friends, they’re (E5)jerks.

When you act like them, just know it (Bsus)hurts.

I (Asus2)wan na be with the one I (Bsus)know.

And the (E)sev enth thing I (Asus2)hate the most that you (Bsus)do,

you make me love (E5)you.

It’s awk ward and it’s si lent as I (E5)wait for you to say

(C#m7)what I need to hear now, your sin (Bsus)cere a pol o gy.

When you mean it, I’ll be lieve it.

If you text it, I’ll de lete it.

Let’s be (C#m7)clear,

oh, I’m (F#m11)not (Asus2)com in’ back.

You’re (Bsus)tak ing sev en steps

here.

The (CN.C.)sev en things I hate a bout you: you’re vain, your (E5)games, you’re in se cure, you make me love (E5)you.

And com pared to all the great things that would (E5)take too long to write, I (C#m7)prob a bly should men tion the (Bsus)sev en that I like.

(CN.C.)The sev en things I like a bout you: your hair, your (E5)eyes, your old Le vi’s.

When we kiss, I’m (Bsus)hyp no tized.

You (Asus2)make me laugh, you make me cry, but I (Bsus)guess that’s both I’ll have to buy.

Your hand in (E5)mine when we’re in ter twined, ev ’ry thing’s al (Bsus)right.

I (Asus2)wan na be with the one I (Bsus)know.

And the (E)sev enth thing I (Asus2)like the most that you (Bsus)do,

you make me love (E5)you,

sha.

You do.

(Asus2)Ooh,

(C#m7)ooh,

la, la, la.

(Asus2)Ooh,

(C#m7)ooh.

7 Things by Miley Cyrus — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “7 Things” by Miley Cyrus in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of E at 105 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "7 Things" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "7 Things"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "7 Things" use?: Just 8 chords: Asus2, Bsus4, C, C#m7, C#min, E, Epow, F#min. Take it one section at a time.
What other Miley Cyrus songs work for kids?: Try "I THOUGHT I LOST YOU", "THESE FOUR WALLS", "DREAM". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.