Basket Case

by Green Day

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Lyrics

(Eb5)Do you have the (Bb5)time

to (C5)lis ten to me (G5)whine

a (Ab5)bout noth ing and (Eb5)ev ’ry thing all at once?

(Eb5)I am one of (Bb5)those

mel (C5)o dra mat ic (G5)fools,

neu (Ab5)rot ic to the (Eb5)bone, no doubt a bout it.

Some times I give my self the creeps,

some times my mind plays tricks on me.

It (Ab)all keeps add ing up, I (Eb)think I’m (Db)crack ing up.

Am (Ab)I just par a (Bb)noid, or am I just stoned?

I (Eb)went to a (Bb)shrink

to (Cm)an a lyze my (Gm)dreams, she (Ab)says it’s lack of (Eb)sex that’s bring ing me down.

I (Eb)went to a (Bb)whore,

he (Cm)said my life’s a (Gm)bore, so (Ab)quit my whin ing (Eb)’cause it’s bring ing her down.

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Some times I give my self the creeps,

some times my mind plays tricks on me.

It (Ab)all keeps add ing up, I (Eb)think I’m (Db)crack ing (Cm)up.

Am (Ab)I just par a (Bb)noid, yeah, yeah, yeah.

(Ab)Grasp ing to con (Bb)trol

(CN.C.)so I bet ter hold on.

on.

or am I just stoned?

Basket Case by Green Day — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Basket Case” by Green Day 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 170 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 "Basket Case" 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 "Basket Case"?
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 "Basket Case" use?
Just 15 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bb, Bbpow, C, Cm, Cm7, Cpow, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Green Day songs work for kids?
Try "21 GUNS", "21 GUNS", "THE FORGOTTEN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.