Changes

by David Bowie

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Still don’t know what I was look ing for and my (Bb)time was run ning wild; a mil lion (C)dead end streets.

Ev ’ry time I thought I’d got it made, it seemed the (Bb)taste was not so sweet.

So I (Fmaj7)turned my (Gm7)self to face me

but (Gm7)I’ve nev er caught a glimpse

of how the (F)oth ers must (Eb)see the fak ers.

I’m much too (Bb)fast to take that test.

(Ch ch ch ch chang es, Turn and face the strange ch ch chang es.) Don’t want to (Dm)be a rich (G7)er one.

(Ch ch ch ch chang es, Turn and face the strange ch ch chang es.) (Bb)Mm, just gon na (Dm)have to be a dif (G7)f’rent one.

(D5)Time (C5)may (Eb5)change (Bb5)me,

but (Am)I (G5)can’t (Dm)trace (F)time.

Ooh,

(G)yeah.

I watch the rip ples change their size but (Bb)nev er leave the stream of warm im (C)per ma nence.

And so the days flow (Am)through my eyes, but (Bb)still the days seem the same.

(C7)And these (Fmaj7)chil dren that you spit on

as (Gm7)they try to change their (C)worlds,

they’re im (F)mune to your con sul (Bb)ta tions.

They’re quite a (Bb)ware of what they’re go ing through.

(Ch ch ch ch chang es, Turn and face the strange ch ch chang es.) Don’t tell them to grow up and (G7)out of it.

(Ch ch ch ch chang es, Turn and face the strange ch ch chang es.) (Bb)Where’s your shame?

You’ve (Dm)left us up to (G7)our necks in it.

(D5)Time (C5)may (Eb5)change (Bb5)me,

but (Am)you (G5)can’t (Dm)trace (F)time.

(Bb)Strange fas ci na tion, fas (F)’nat ing me.

Ah, (Bb)chang es are (Eb)tak (Bb)ing the (C5)pace I’m go ing through.

(Ch ch ch ch chang es, Turn and face the strange ch ch chang es.) Ooh, (Dm)look out, you rock ’n’ roll ers.

(Ch ch ch ch chang es, Turn and face the strange ch ch chang es.) (Bb)Pret ty soon now (Dm)you’re gon na get old er.

(D5)Time (C5)may (Eb5)change (Bb5)me,

but (Am)I (G5)can’t (Dm)trace (F)time.

I said that (D5)time (C5)may (Eb5)change (Bb5)me,

but (Am)I (G5)can’t (Dm)trace (F5)time.

Changes by David Bowie — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Changes by David Bowie 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 108 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 "Changes" 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 "Changes"?
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 "Changes" use?
Just 24 chords: Ab7, Am, Am7, Bb, Bb7, Bbpow, C, C7, +16 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other David Bowie songs work for kids?
Try "UNDER PRESSURE", "YOUNG AMERICANS", "FAME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.