99 Red Balloons

by Nena

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(E)You and I in a (F#m)lit tle toy shop, buy a (A)bag of bal loons with the (A)mo ney we’ve got.

(E)Set them free at the (F#m)break of dawn ’til (A)one by one (A)they were gone.

(E)Back at base (F#m)bugs in the soft ware, (A)flash the mes sage: (A)“Some thing’s out there!”

Float ing in the (F#m)sum mer sky (A)nine ty nine (A)red bal loons go by

(F#m)Nine ty nine de red sion bal loons, ride (A)float per ing nine in min the sum mer sky.

to (F#m)Pan ic ry, bells, wor ry, it’s su red a per lert, scur ry, there’s (A)some thing the here from some in where else.

ry.

The (F#m)war is ma chine i we’ve den springs ed to fy, life, to (A)o is pens up one ea ger eye war.

The (F#m)fo si cus ing it is on mer the line, sky, where (A)nine ty nine (A)red bal loons go by

(F#m)Nine ty nine knights of sion the air ride (A)float per ing nine in min the sum mer sky.

to (F#m)Pan ic ry, bells, wor ry, it’s su red a per lert, scur ry, there’s (A)ev ’ry the one’s a Cap in tain Kirk.

ry.

With (F#m)war is ma chine i we’ve den springs ed to fy, life, to (A)o ri pens up one ea ger eye fy.

The (F#m)fo si cus ing it is on mer the line, sky, where (A)nine ty nine (A)red bal loons go by

(A)nine ty nine (A)red bal loons go by.

(A)nine ty nine (A)red bal loons go (E)by.

(A)Nine ty nine red bal loons go by.

(E)Nine ty nine dreams (F#m)I have had, in (A)ev ’ry one a (A)red bal loon.

It’s all ov er and I’m (F#m)stand ing pret ty, (A)in this dust that was a ci ty.

If (E)I could find a (F#m)sou ve nir (A)just to prove the (A)world was here (E)and here is a (F#m)red bal loon I (A)think of you, and (A)let it go.

99 Red Balloons by Nena — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “99 Red Balloons by Nena 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 80 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 "99 Red Balloons" 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 "99 Red Balloons"?
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 "99 Red Balloons" use?
Just 4 chords: A, C, E, F#m. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.