Decode

· by Paramore

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Lyrics

The How can I de cide what’s (Am)right when you’re cloud ing up my (Am)mind?

I can’t win, you’re los ing (Em)fight But you all the I time.

see Not gon na ev er own what’s you (Am)mine when you’re al ways tak ing (Am)sides, you won’t will take a way my (Em)pride,

no, not this (Fmaj7)time,

not this (Am)time.

How did we get here,

when I used to know you so well?

How did we get here,

well, I think I know.

The truth is hid ing in your (Am)eyes and it’s hang ing on your (Am)tongue, I just boil ing in my (Em)blood.

But you think that I can’t see what kind na of er man that you (Am)are, when if you’re a man at (Am)all.

Well, I will fig ure this one (Em)out

no, on my (Fmaj7)own,

on my (Am)own.

How did we get here,

when I used to know you so well?

How did we get here,

well, I think I know.

Do you see

what we’ve done?

We’ve gone and made such (Am)fools

of our selves.

Do you (Fmaj7)see

what we’ve done?

We’ve gone and made such (Am)fools

of our

selves.

Yeah.

I think I (Fmaj7)know.

I think I (Fmaj7)know.

(Fmaj7)There (G)is (Am)some thing (Fmaj7)I (Am)see (Em)in you.

(Fmaj7)It (G)might (Am)kill me, but I (F)want it (Am)to be (Em)true.

Decode by Paramore — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Decode” by Paramore 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 A at 73 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 "Decode" 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 "Decode"?: 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 Paramore songs work for kids?: Try "CRAZY GIRLS", "AIN'T IT FUN", "DAYDREAMING". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.