Chained To The Rhythm

by Katy Perry

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Are we (Am)cra

(Em)zy?

(G)Liv ing our lives (Dm)through a lens.

Trapped in our white (F)pick et fence like or na ments.

So (C)com f’ta ble we’re liv ing in a bub ble, bub ble.

So (Em)com f’ta ble we can not see the trou ble, trou Aren’t you (Am)lone

(Em)ly?

Keep Up there in U (Dm)to pi a,

where noth ing will ev er (F)be e nough, hap pi ly numb.

So (C)com f’ta ble we’re liv ing in a bub ble, bub ble.

So (Em)com f’ta ble we can not see the trou ble, trou ble.

(Dm)So (C)put

your rose col ored (Am)glass es on

and (Em)par ty on.

Turn it up, it’s your fa v’rite song.

Dance, dance, dance to the dis tor tion.

Turn it up, keep it on re peat, stum bl ing a round like a wast ed zom (F)bie.

Yeah, we think we’re free.

Drink, this one’s on me.

We’re (C)all chained to the rhy thm, (Em)to the rhy thm, to the rhy thm.

Turn it up, it’s your fa v’rite song.

Dance, dance, dance to the dis tor tion.

Turn it up, keep it on re peat, stum bl ing a round like a wast ed zom (F)bie.

Yeah, we think we’re free.

Drink, this one’s on me.

We’re (C)all chained to the rhy thm, (Em)to the rhy thm, to the rhy thm.

Are we (Am)tone

(Em)deaf?

Keep sweep ing it un (Dm)der the mat.

where Thought we could do bet (F)ter than that.

I hope we can.

So (C)com f’ta ble we’re liv ing in a bub ble, bub ble.

So (Em)com f’ta ble we can not see the trou ble, trou ble.

(Dm)So (C)put

your rose col ored (Am)glass es on

and (Em)par ty on.

Turn it up, it’s your fa v’rite song.

Dance, dance, dance to the dis tor tion.

Turn it up, keep it on re peat, stum bl ing a round like a wast ed zom (F)bie.

Yeah, we think we’re free.

Drink, this one’s on me.

We’re (C)all chained to the rhy thm, (Em)to the rhy thm, to the rhy thm.

Turn it up, it’s your fa v’rite song.

Dance, dance, dance to the dis tor tion.

Turn it up, keep it on re peat, stum bl ing a round like a wast ed zom (F)bie.

Yeah, we think we’re free.

Drink, this one’s on me.

We’re (C)all chained to the rhy thm, (Em)to the rhy thm, to the rhy thm.

Are we It is my de (C)si re: (F)break down the walls to con nect, in spi re.

(Am)Hey, up in a your high place, li ars, (G)time is tick ing for the em pire.

The (Dm)truth they feed is fee ble as so (F)man y times be fore.

They (Am)greed o ver the peo ple.

They (G)stum bl ing and fum bl ing and we a bout to ri ot.

They woke up, they woke up the li ons.

Turn it up, it’s your fa v’rite song.

Dance, dance, dance to the dis tor tion.

Turn it up, keep it on re peat, stum bl ing a round like a wast ed zom (F)bie.

Yeah, we think we’re free.

Drink, this one’s on me.

We’re (C)all chained to the rhy thm, (Em)to the rhy thm, to the rhy thm.

goes (Am)on and (Em)on and (Am)on.

It goes (Dm7)on and on and on.

It goes (F)on and on and on.

’Cause we’re (C)all

(G)chained

to the rhy thm.

Chained To The Rhythm by Katy Perry — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Chained To The Rhythm by Katy Perry 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 90 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Chained To The Rhythm" 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 "Chained To The Rhythm"?
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.