Is "Attention" 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 "Attention"?

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 "Attention" use?

Just 6 chords: Am7, Bb, C, Dm, Dpow, F. Take it one section at a time.

What other Charlie Puth songs work for kids?

Try "HOW LONG", "One Call Away", "ONE CALL AWAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Attention

· by Charlie Puth

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Lyrics

Whoa.

Mmm.

You’ve been (Dm)run nin’ ’round, run nin’ ’round, run nin’ ’round, throw in’ that (C)dirt all on my name ’cause you (Am7)knew that I, knew that I, knew that I’d call you (Bb)up.

You’ve been (Dm)go in’ ’round, go in’ ’round, go in’ ’round ev er y (C)par ty in L.

’cause you (Am7)knew that I, knew that I, knew that I’d be at (Bb)one.

I know that dress is kar ma, per fume re gret.

You (Am7)got me think in’ ’bout when you were mine.

Ooh.

And now I’m all up on you; what you ex pect?

But (Am7)you’re not com ing home with me to night.

(CN.C.)You just want at (Dm)ten tion, you don’t want my (C)heart.

May be you just (Am7)hate the thought of me with (F)some one (Bb)new.

Yeah, you just (C)want at (Dm)ten tion, I knew from the (C)start.

You’re just mak ing (Am7)sure I’m nev er get ting (F)o ver (Bb)you.

You’ve been (Dm)run nin’ ’round, run nin’ ’round, run nin’ ’round, throw in’ that (C)dirt all on my name ’cause you (Am7)knew that I, knew that I, knew that I’d (F)call you (Bb)up.

Ba by, (Dm)now that we’re, now that we’re, now that we’re right here (C)stand ing face to face, you al (Am7)read y know, read y know, read y know (F)that you (Bb)won.

Oh.

I know that dress is kar ma, per fume re gret.

You (F)got me think in’ ’bout when you were mine.

(You got me think in’ ’bout when you were mine.) (Bb)you.

Oh.

(What are you do ing to me?

What are you do ing, huh?

What are you do ing?

What are you do ing to me?

What are you do ing, huh?

What are you do ing?

What are you do ing to me?

What are you do ing, huh?

What are you do ing?

What are you do ing to me?

What are you do ing, huh?)

I know that dress is kar ma, per fume re gret.

You (Am7)got me think in’ ’bout when you were mine.

And now I’m all up on you; what you ex pect?

But (Am7)you’re not com ing home with me to night.

You just want at (Dm)ten tion, you don’t want my (C)heart.

May be you just (Am7)hate the thought of me with (F)some one (Bb)new.

Yeah, you just (C)want at (Dm)ten tion, I knew from the (C)start.

You’re just mak ing (Am7)sure I’m nev er get ting (F)o ver (Bb)you.

(What are you do ing to me?

What are you do ing, huh?

What are you do ing (F)to me?

What are you do Yeah, ing, you huh?) just want at (Dm)ten tion, I knew from the (C)start.

You’re just mak ing (Am7)sure I’m nev er get ting (F)o ver (Bb)you.

Oh.

Attention by Charlie Puth — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Attention” by Charlie Puth 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 Bb at 100 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Attention" 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 "Attention"?: 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 "Attention" use?: Just 6 chords: Am7, Bb, C, Dm, Dpow, F. Take it one section at a time.
What other Charlie Puth songs work for kids?: Try "HOW LONG", "One Call Away", "ONE CALL AWAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.