Big When I Was Little

by Eliza Doolittle

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Na na na na doo do doo.

Doo doo do doo do doo.

Na na na na na na na na.

(F)Can’t be lieve I’m leav ing.

Got my (G)box es by the door.

(Gm)Sort ing through my mem o ries, cross (F)leg ged on the floor.

My di ar ies and scrap books, oh, they (G)seem to take me there.

(Gm)I was al ways Posh Spice and you wore a (F)zig zag in your hair.

Would you (F)know me, know me, know me if you (G)saw me, saw me, saw me?

(Gm)Noth ing but hopes and liv ing the mo ment (C7)where we were meant to be.

(F)Ooh,

those days don’t (G)seem so far

when I’m (Gm)flick ing through my old Po lar oid (F)pho to graphs.

Me and you,

you al ways (G)made me laugh.

(Gm)Danc ing to cas sette tape sin gles: (F)That was big when I was lit tle.

Big when I was lit tle, (G)big when I was lit tle, just like (Bb)Mal com In The Mid dle that was (F)big when I was lit tle.

(F)Oh, this box is haunt ing me.

I (G)can’t throw it a way.

(Gm)School re ports and birth days cards.

cross (F)Feels like yes ter day.

My Clip on di a man tes makes me (G)think of Fri day nights,

(Gm)leav ing af ter class with me you on a (F)the back of your bike.

Would you (F)know me, know me, know me if you (G)saw me, saw me, saw me?

(Gm)Noth ing but hopes and liv ing the mo ment (C7)where we were meant to be.

(F)Ooh,

those days don’t (G)seem so far

when I’m (Gm)flick ing through my old Po lar oid (F)pho to graphs.

Me and you,

you al ways (G)made me laugh.

(Gm)Danc ing to cas sette tape sin gles: (F)That was big when I was lit tle.

Big when I was lit tle, (G)big when I was lit tle, just like (Bb)Mal com In The Mid dle that was (F)big when I was lit tle.

(F)Big when I was lit tle, (G)big when I was lit tle, like Nir (Bb)va na and Lau ryn Hill: They were (F)big when I was lit tle.

Su per Nin ten do and club nights at Bag leys, Smirn off Ice, o pen mic nights and ac ne.

(Bb)Won der where you end ed up, ’cause (F)I just can’t thank you e nough.

A vi rex jack ets and straw b’ry Ri be na, Nike T Ns, dreams of Wem bley A re na…

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Big When I Was Little by Eliza Doolittle — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Big When I Was Little by Eliza Doolittle 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 Bb at 96 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 "Big When I Was Little" 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 "Big When I Was Little"?
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.
What other Eliza Doolittle songs work for kids?
Try "Pack Up", "Pack Up". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.