Dammit Janet (From The Rocky Horror Picture Show)

by Richard O'Brien

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Lyrics

The (Bb)riv er was deep, but I (Gm)swam it, (Ja net) the (Bb)fu ture is ours, so let’s (Gm)plan it, (Ja net) so (Bb)please you don’t tell me to (Gm)can it.

(Ja net) I’ve (Bb)one thing to say and that’s (Gm)damn it, (Eb)Ja net, (Ab)I love (F)you.

(Eb)Here’s a ring to (F7)prove that I’m no (Bb)jok er.

(Eb)There’s three ways that (F7)love

can (Bb)grow,

(Eb)that’s

good,

(F7)bad or

me di (Bb)o cre.

Oh, (Eb)J.

A.

N.

E.

T.

I love you (F)so.

Oh,

it’s (Gm)Brad I’m (Eb)mad

(Ab)for you (F)too.

(Eb)Damn it,

(F)Ja net.

(Eb)Oh, Brad

I’m (F)mad.

(Eb)Damn it,

(F)Ja net I love (Bb)you.

Dammit Janet (From The Rocky Horror Picture Show) by Richard O'Brien — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dammit Janet (From The Rocky Horror Picture Show)” by Richard O'Brien 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 96 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 "Dammit Janet (From The Rocky Horror Picture Show)" 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 "Dammit Janet (From The Rocky Horror Picture Show)"?
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.