Cream

by Prince

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Lyrics

This is it.

It’s (Eb)time 4 U 2 go 2 the wi re.

U will hit,

(Eb)cuz U got the burn in’ de si re.

It’s your time,

U (Eb)got the horn so why don’t U blow it!

U are fine,

U’re (Eb)filth y cute, and ba by, U know it.

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)get on top,

(Bb7)cream

and (F7)U will cop.

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)don’t U ev er stop,

(Eb9)cream sh (Gm7)boog ie bop.

U’re so good

It’s (Eb)ba by, there ain’t no bod y bet ter.

So U should

(Eb)nev er, ev er go by the let ter.

U’re so cool,

U (Eb)ev ery thing U do is suc cess.

Make the rules,

then (Eb)break ’em all cuz U are the best.

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)get on top,

(Bb7)cream

and (F7)U will cop.

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)don’t U ev er stop,

(Eb9)cream sh (Gm7)boog ie bop.

U’re so good

Look

(Eb)up in the air.

It’s your gui (Bb)tar.

Do your dance,

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)get on top,

(Bb7)cream

and (F7)U will cop.

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)don’t U ev er stop,

(Eb9)cream sh (Gm7)boog ie bop.

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)get on top,

(Bb7)cream

and (F7)U will cop.

(Bb7)Cream

(F7)don’t U ev er stop,

(Eb9)cream sh (Gm7)boog ie bop.

Cream by Prince — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cream by Prince 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 Eb at 100 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 "Cream" 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 "Cream"?
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 "Cream" use?
Just 6 chords: Bb, Bb7, Eb, Eb9, F7, Gm7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Prince songs work for kids?
Try "CALL MY NAME", "DARLING NIKKI", "NOTHING COMPARES 2 U". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.