Boss Of Me

by They Might Be Giants

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Yes, no, may be,

I don’t know.

Can you re peat the (C)ques tion?

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

Life is un fair, so I just stare I at the (D7)stain mess I’ve on the wall where

the T V’s been.

But ev er since I’m we’ve moved in, it’s been emp ty.

(Am7)Why I’m,

why I’m in this room, there is no point ex plain ing.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (C)not so (D5)big.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

(D5)not so big.

(G)You’re not the boss of me now.

(A)You’re not the boss of me now.

(C)You’re not the boss of me now, and you’re (D5)not so big.

Life is un fair.

Boss Of Me by They Might Be Giants — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Boss Of Me” by They Might Be Giants 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 G 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 "Boss Of Me" 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 "Boss Of Me"?
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 "Boss Of Me" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Am7, C, C7, Cmaj7, D, D7, Dpow, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other They Might Be Giants songs work for kids?
Try "THERE'S A GREAT BIG BEAUTIFUL TOMORROW", "Hot Dog! (arr. Phillip Keveren)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.