Bad Reputation

by Joan Jett

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Lyrics

(C5)I don’t (CN.C.)give a damn a bout my re pu ta tion.

You’re (CN.C.)liv ing in the past, ble, it’s a new y gen er a tion.

And a (F5)girl ways can do good what she (G5)wants to do, and and (C5)that’s ain’t what I’m gon na an y (G5)do.

And I (CN.C.)don’t er give a damn a ’bout my bad rep u ta tion.

(C5)Oh, no.

Not me.

And (C5)I don’t (CN.C.)give a damn a bout my re pu ta tion.

I (CN.C.)nev er said I want ble, ed im prove com my vi sta tion.

And I’m (F5)al ’ry feel ing care when I’m (G5)hav ing fun, and I (C5)don’t er have to please no an y (G5)one.

And I (CN.C.)don’t er give a damn a ’bout my bad rep u ta tion.

(C5)Oh, no.

Not me.

And

Oh, no.

Not me.

And (C5)I don’t (CN.C.)give a damn a bout my re pu ta tion.

I’ve (CN.C.)nev er been a fraid ble, of im an com de ni a tion.

And I (F5)don’t ’ry real ly say what they (G5)if I’m strange.

and It (C5)I er have gets gon na an y (G5)change.

And I’m (CN.C.)nev er gon na care a bout my bad rep u ta tion.

(C5)Oh, no.

Not me.

And

Oh, no.

Not me.

And

Oh, no.

Not me.

Oh, no.

Not me.

Oh, no.

Not me.

Bad Reputation by Joan Jett — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bad Reputation” by Joan Jett 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 C at 120 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 Reputation" 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 Reputation"?
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.