Bad Case Of Loving You

by Robert Palmer

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Lyrics

Whoa.

The hot sum mer night

don’t fell no like ty a net.

I I’ve learned ta (A)that,

bud dy, ba by yet.

You I need (E5)you

to soothe tle my (E5)head,

I’ve Ma ma, my I blue

ain’t that kind heart got to red.

(E5)Doc (CN.C.)tor, doc tor, give me the news.

I got a (CN.C.)bad case of lov in’ you.

No pill’s gon na cure my ill.

I got a bad case of (B5)lov

in’ you.

A pret ty face

by make ty pret to a net.

smile I’ve of ta (A)that,

bud dy, from the start.

You think I’m (E5)cute,

a lit tle bit (E5)shy.

I’ve got it my I bad

ain’t that and I got of guy.

(E5)Doc (CN.C.)tor, doc tor, give me the news.

I got a (CN.C.)bad case of lov in’ you.

No pill’s gon na cure my ill.

I got a bad case of (B5)lov

in’ you.

A pret ty face Whoa.

I know you like it.

You like it on top.

Tell me, ma

ma,

are you gon na stop?

You had me down bad case of (B5)lov

in’ you.

Bad Case Of Loving You by Robert Palmer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bad Case Of Loving You by Robert Palmer 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 148 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 "Bad Case Of Loving You" 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 "Bad Case Of Loving You"?
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 "Bad Case Of Loving You" use?
Just 8 chords: A, B, Bb, Bpow, C, Dpow, E, Epow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Robert Palmer songs work for kids?
Try "ADDICTED TO LOVE", "Addicted To Love", "Addicted To Love". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.