Death Wish Love

by Benson Boone

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Lyrics

How could some thing so del i cate al so be dan ger ous?

Kind of a fraid of it, dar ling, be lieve me,

I’m just pray ing you keep me. me.

And you look like an an gel there, you and your braid ed hair.

Oh, it’s just so un fair you’ll nev er see.

You’ve got a hold on me.

And it feels like su i cide look ing in to your eyes.

I get so ter ri fied that I’m gon na lose you.

And I’ll die if I

do.

It’s a (F)death wish, love.

(G)Take my heart, I’ll let you (A)spill my blood.

(G)Cut me down a gain.

I love you, and I’ll love you to death.

On and on and on ly you can (F)kill me now.

I’ll (G)scream your name un til my (A)lungs give out.

(G)Pull me down a gain.

I love you, and I’ll love you to death.

Love you for as long as I get.

The way that you make me laugh, no bod y else does that.

You’ve got the up per hand, and if you squeeze,

I would fall to my knees.

And I’ll ask the stars at night how I could slow the time.

God, I’m so ter ri fied that I’m gon na lose you.

And I’ll die if I do.

It’s a

I’ll love you for as long as I get.

Oh, I’m gon na love you to death.

Oh, I’m gon na run till I wreck.

Go un til there’s none of me left.

No, there’s (G)noth ing of me (F)left.

Oh, I’m gon na love you to death.

Oh, I’m gon na run till I wreck,

go un til there’s noth ing left.

It’s a (F)death wish, love.

(G)Take my heart, I’ll let you (A)spill my blood.

(G)Cut me down

a gain.

I love you, and I’ll love you to death.

On and on and on and on ly you can (F)kill me now.

I’ll (G)scream your name un til my (A)lungs give out.

(G)Pull me down a gain.

I love you, and I’ll love you to death.

Love you for as long as I get.

Oh as long as I get.

Death Wish Love by Benson Boone — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Death Wish Love by Benson Boone 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 C at 124 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 "Death Wish Love" 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 "Death Wish Love"?
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.
What other Benson Boone songs work for kids?
Try "Beautiful Things", "Cry", "Forever And A Day". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.