Is "Bad Liar" 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 Liar"?

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 Liar" use?

Just 6 chords: Ab, Bb, C, Cm, Eb, G7. Take it one section at a time.

What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?

Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Bad Liar

· by Imagine Dragons

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Lyrics

Oh, (Eb)hush, my dear, it’s been a dif fi cult year and (Cm)ter rors don’t prey on in no cent vic tims.

Trust me, dar ling.

It’s been a love less year.

I’m a man of three fears: in (Cm)teg ri ty, faith and croc o dile tears.

Trust me, dar ling.

So, look me in the (Cm)eyes,

tell me what you (Ab)see.

Per fect par a (Eb)dise,

tear ing at the (Bb)seams.

I wish I could es (Cm)cape it.

I don’t wan na (Ab)fake it.

Wish I could e (Eb)rase it, make your heart be (CN.C.)lieve, but I’m a bad li ar,

bad li ar.

Now you know,

now you know.

I’m a bad li ar,

bad li ar.

Now you know,

you’re free to go.

Did (Eb)all my dreams nev er mean one thing?

Does (Cm)hap pi ness lie in a dia mond ring?

Oh, I’ve been ask ing for, oh, I’ve been ask ing for prob (Eb)lems, prob lems, prob lems.

I wage my war on the world in side.

I (Cm)take my gun to the en e my’s side.

Oh, I’ve been ask ing for, oh, I’ve been ask ing for prob (Eb)lems, prob lems, prob lems.

So, look me in the

I can’t breathe, I can’t be, I can’t be what you want me to be.

Be lieve me this one time,

be lieve me.

I’m a bad li ar,

bad li ar.

Now you know,

now you know.

I’m a bad li ar,

bad li ar.

Now you know,

you’re free to go.

(Cm)Oh,

oh,

oh.

Please be lieve me,

please be lieve me.

Bad Liar by Imagine Dragons — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bad Liar” by Imagine Dragons 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 Ab at 90 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build comfort with left-hand pedal bass, meaning your left hand will anchor on a repeated low note while your right hand moves through the chord changes — it trains independence between your hands at a manageable 90 BPM. The six chords sit nicely in and around A-flat major, but watch the G7 to Cm transition: that G natural will feel unexpected under your fingers if you're coasting on the A-flat scale shape, so isolate that move and loop it slowly until the reach feels automatic. Start hands-separate, getting your right hand confident with the chord shapes before layering in the steady left-hand pulse. The upbeat pop rhythm can tempt you to rush, especially coming out of held chords into quicker changes around Bb and Eb — use a slower tempo at first and only speed up when it feels easy, not just possible. This is the piece that'll lock in your pedal-bass coordination for every pop song that follows.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Bad Liar" 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 Liar"?: 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 Liar" use?: Just 6 chords: Ab, Bb, C, Cm, Eb, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?: Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.