Cowboy Casanova

by Carrie Underwood

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(CN.C.)Oh,

oh,

oh.

You bet ter take it from me,

that boy is like a dis ease.

You run and you try and you’re try in’ to hide and you’re won der ing why you can’t get free.

He’s like a curse, he’s like a (CN.C.)drug.

You get ad dict ed to his love.

You wan na get out, but he’s hold in’ you down ’cause you can’t live with out one more touch.

He’s a, a (Dm)good (C)time cow boy Ca sa no va lean ing (Bb)up a gainst the rec ord ma chine.

He looks (C)like a cool drink of wa ter, but he’s (Bb)can dy coat ed mis er y.

He’s a (Dm)dev il in dis guise, a snake (F)with blue eyes and he (Gm7)on ly comes out at night.

Gives you (Bb)feel ings that you don’t wan na fight.

You bet ter (CN.C.)run for your life.

Oh,

oh.

I see that look on your face.

You ain’t hear ing what I say.

So, I’ll say it a gain ’cause I been where you been and I know how it ends, you can’t get a way.

Don’t e ven look in his eyes.

He’ll tell you noth ing but lies.

And you wan na be lieve, but you won’t be de ceived if you lis ten to me and take my ad vice.

He’s a,

Run, run a way, don’t let him mess with your mind.

He’ll tell you (Gm)an y thing you wan na hear.

He’ll break your heart, it’s just a mat ter of time.

But just re mem ber he’s a, a good time cow boy Ca sa no va lean ing (Bb)up a gainst the rec ord ma chine.

He looks (C)like a cool drink of wa ter, but he’s (Bb)can dy coat ed mis er y.

He’s a (Dm)dev il in dis guise, a snake (F)with blue eyes and he (Gm7)on ly comes out at night.

Gives you (Bb)feel ings that you don’t wan na fight.

You bet ter (CN.C.)run for your life.

Oh, you bet ter run for your life.

Oh, you bet ter run for your

life.

Cowboy Casanova by Carrie Underwood — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cowboy Casanova by Carrie Underwood 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 "Cowboy Casanova" 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 "Cowboy Casanova"?
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 "Cowboy Casanova" use?
Just 11 chords: A, Bb, C, D7, Dm, Dpow, Eb, F, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Carrie Underwood songs work for kids?
Try "EVER EVER AFTER", "INSIDE YOUR HEAVEN", "JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.