Cumbersome

by Seven Mary Three

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She calls me Go li ath and I (Eb)wear the Da vid mask.

I guess the stones are com ing too (F)fast for her now.

You know I'd like to be lieve this ner (Eb)vous ness will pass.

All the stones that are thrown are (F)build ing up a wall.

I have be come

cum ber some

to this world.

I have be come

cum ber some

to my girl.

I'd like to be lieve ath we could (Eb)re con cile the past,

I res sur rect those bridg es with (F)an an cient glance.

You But my old stone be face can't seem (Eb)to break her down.

She re mem bers are bridg es, (F)burns 'em to the ground.

I have be come

cum ber some

to this world.

I have be come

cum ber some

to my girl.

Too heav y, too light, too black or too (Ab)white, too wrong or too right, to day or to nite,

cum ber some.

Too rich or too poor, she's want ing me (Ab)less and I'm want ing her more.

The bit ter taste is cum ber some.

No, yeah.

(Ab)No, no, (F)no.

(Ab)No, no, (F)no, yeah.

There is a bal ance be tween two worlds,

one with an (F)ar row and a cross.

Re gard less of the (Eb)bal ance, life has be (Bb5)come

cum ber (F)some.

No, yeah.

(Ab)No, no, (F)no.

(Ab)No, no, (F)no, yeah.

(Ab)No, no, (F)no, no, yeah.

Your (F)life has be (Eb)come cum ber (F)some.

Cumbersome by Seven Mary Three — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cumbersome” by Seven Mary Three 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 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 "Cumbersome" 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 "Cumbersome"?
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 "Cumbersome" use?
Just 7 chords: Ab, Bb, Bbpow, Eb, Ebpow, F, Fpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Seven Mary Three songs work for kids?
Try "Cumbersome". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.