Is "Breakaway" 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 "Breakaway"?

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 "Breakaway" use?

Just 13 chords: Am, Am7, C, C6, Cped, D, F, Fmaj7, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Kelly Clarkson songs work for kids?

Try "MISS INDEPENDENT", "A MOMENT LIKE THIS", "ANYTIME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Breakaway

· by Kelly Clarkson

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Lyrics

Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah.

Dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah, dah.

Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah.

Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah.

Dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah, dah.

Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah.

Grew up in a (G)small town and when the rain would (Fsus2)fall down, I’d just (G)stare out my (Fsus2)win dow.

Dream in’ of what (G)could be and if I’d end up (Fsus2)hap py.

(Am)I (G)would (Fmaj7)pray.

Try ing hard to (G)reach out but when I tried to (Fsus2)speak out, felt like (G)no one could (Fsus2)hear me.

Want ed to be (G)long here but some thing felt so (Fsus2)wrong here.

(Am)So (G)I’d (Fsus2)pray.

I could (Am7)break (G)a (D)way.

(C)I’ll spread my wings and I’ll (G)learn how to fly.

I’ll (Am)do what it takes ’til (Fsus2)I touch the sky.

I’ll make a wish.

Take a chance.

Make a change and (Am)break (G7)a (Fsus2)way.

(C)Out of the dark ness and (G)in to the sun.

But (Am)I won’t for get all the ones that I love.

I I’ll ta take a risk.

Take a chance.

Make a change and (Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way.

Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah.

Dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah, dah.

Dah, dah, dah, (G)dah, dah, dah, (Fsus2)dah.

(Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way.

(G)Build ing with a hun dred floors.

Swing ing ’round re (Fsus2)volv ing doors.

May be I don’t know where they’ll (C6)take (Fsus2)me.

But, got ta keep mov in’ on, (C5)mov in’ on.

Fly a (D)way, break a (F5)way.

(C)I’ll spread my wings and I’ll (G)learn how to fly.

(Am)Though it’s not eas y to tell you good bye, got ta take a risk.

Take a chance.

Make a change and (Am)break (G7)a (Fsus2)way.

(C)Out of the dark ness and (G)in to the sun.

But (Am)I won’t for get the (Fsus2)place I come from.

I got ta take a risk.

Take a chance.

Make a change and (Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way,

(Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way,

(Am)break (G)a (Fsus2)way.

Breakaway by Kelly Clarkson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Breakaway” by Kelly Clarkson 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 A at 120 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 "Breakaway" 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 "Breakaway"?: 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 "Breakaway" use?: Just 13 chords: Am, Am7, C, C6, Cped, D, F, Fmaj7, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Kelly Clarkson songs work for kids?: Try "MISS INDEPENDENT", "A MOMENT LIKE THIS", "ANYTIME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.