Is "Demons" 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 "Demons"?

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 "Demons" use?

Just 8 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bb, C, Cm, Cm7, Eb, Ebpow. Take it one section at a time.

What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?

Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Demons

· by Imagine Dragons

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Lyrics

When the days are cold, and the cards all fold, and the saints we see are all made of gold, when your dreams all fail, and the ones we hail are the worst of all, and the blood’s run stale,

I wan na hide the truth; I wan na shel ter you.

But with the beast in side, there’s no where we can hide.

No mat ter what we breed, we still are made of greed.

This is my king dom come.

When you feel my heat, look in to my eyes; it’s where my de mons hide, it’s where my de mons hide.

Don’t get too close; it’s dark in side.

It’s where my de mons hide, it’s where my de At mons hide.

tain’s call, it’s the last of all.

When the lights fade out, all the sin ners crawl.

So they dug your grave, and the mas quer ade will come call ing out at the mess you’ve made.

Don’t wan na let you down, but I am hell ter bound.

Though this is all for you, don’t want to hide the truth.

No mat ter what we breed, we still are made of greed.

This is my king dom come.

When you feel my heat, look in to my eyes; it’s where my de mons hide, it’s where my de mons hide.

Don’t get too close; it’s dark in side.

It’s where my de mons hide, it’s where my de At mons cur tain’s call, it’s the last it’s where my de mons hide.

They say it’s what you make; I say it’s up to fate.

It’s wo ven in my soul; I need to let you go.

Your eyes, they shine so bright; I wan na save that light.

I can’t es cape this now, un less you show me how.

When you feel my heat, look in to my eyes; it’s where my de mons hide, it’s where my de mons hide.

Don’t get too close; it’s dark in side.

It’s where my de mons hide.

Demons by Imagine Dragons — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Demons” by Imagine Dragons 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 Ab at 90 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 "Demons" 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 "Demons"?: 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 "Demons" use?: Just 8 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bb, C, Cm, Cm7, Eb, Ebpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?: Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.