Bad Religion

by Frank Ocean

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Lyrics

Tax i driv er,

be my shrink for the ho ur, (C#m)leave the met er run ning.

It’s (E)rush ho ur,

so take the streets if you wan na, just out (C#m)run the de mons, could you?

He said,

“Al (Am)lah hu ak bar.”

I told him, “Don’t (E)curse me.”

“Bo (Am)Bo, you need prayer.”

“I guess it could n’t (E)hurt me.”

(C#m)If it brings me to my knees,

it’s a bad re (E)li gion.

Ooh.

(E)This un re quit ed love,

to (Em)me it’s noth ing but a one man cult

and (Em)cy a nide in my sty ro foam cup.

I could (Em)nev er make him love me, (Am)nev er make him love,

love me, love me, love me, love me, love me, love me, love me, love me, love me, love me.

Tax i driv er, I swear I’ve got three lives ba lanced on my head like steak knives.

I can’t tell you the truth a bout my dis guise.

I can’t trust no one, and you say, “Al (E)li gion.

Ah.

Un re quit ed love,

to (Em)me it’s noth ing but a one man cult

and (Em)cy a nide in my sty ro foam cup.

I could (Em)nev er make him love me, (Am6)nev er make him love me, no,

no, oh.

It’s a, it’s a bad re li gion

to be in love with some one who could nev er love you.

Oh, oh, oh, on ly bad, on ly bad re li gion

could have me feel ing the way I do.

Bad Religion by Frank Ocean — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bad Religion by Frank Ocean 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 84 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 "Bad Religion" 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 Religion"?
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 Religion" use?
Just 12 chords: A, A#dim7, Am, Am6, C#m, D, Dm7, E, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Frank Ocean songs work for kids?
Try "PYRAMIDS", "CRACK ROCK", "PINK MATTER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.