Ain't Even Done With The Night

by John Mellencamp

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Lyrics

Well, our hearts

beat like thun der

I don’t know (E)why know they don’t ex plode.

lines.

You got your (B)hands

in my back pock ets and Sam Cooke’s (E)sing in’ on the ra di o.

side.

You say that I’m the boy who can (F#)make it all come true.

Well, I’m tell in’ ya that I don’t know

if (F#)I know what to do.

You (F#7)say that’s all (B)right,

hold tight.

Well, I (E)don’t e ven know if I’m (F#)do in’ this right.

Well, all right,

hold tight.

We can (E)stay out all day, we can (F#)run a round all night.

Well, all night,

all night.

Well, it’s (E)time to go home and I (F#7)ain’t e ven done with the (B)night.

Well, I don’t (B)know

no good come ons

I and I (E)don’t know they no cool plode.

lines.

I feel the (B)heat

of your frus tra tion.

I know it’s (E)burn in’ you up deep down in side.

You say that I’m the boy who can (F#)make it all come true.

Well, I’m tell in’ ya that I don’t know

if (F#)I know what to do.

You (F#7)say that’s all (B)right,

hold tight.

Well, I (E)don’t e ven know if I’m (F#)do in’ this right.

Well, all right,

hold tight.

We can (E)stay out all day, we can (F#)run a round all night.

Well, all night,

all night.

Well, it’s (E)time to go home and I (F#7)ain’t e ven done with the (B)night.

Well, I don’t (B)night.

Hold tight.

Well, I (E)don’t e ven know if I’m (F#)do in’ this right.

Well, all right.

Hold tight.

Well, I (E)don’t e ven know if I’m (F#)do in’ this right.

Well, all right.

Hold tight.

Ain't Even Done With The Night by John Mellencamp — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ain't Even Done With The Night” by John Mellencamp 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 B at 110 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 "Ain't Even Done With The Night" 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 "Ain't Even Done With The Night"?
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 "Ain't Even Done With The Night" use?
Just 5 chords: B, E, F#, F#7, G#m. Take it one section at a time.
What other John Mellencamp songs work for kids?
Try "I NEED A LOVER", "RAIN ON THE SCARECROW", "CHECK IT OUT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.