Dilemma

by Nelly featuring Kelly Rowland

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Ahh,

ahh,

ahh,

ahh.

I

love you and I

need you.

Nel ly, I

love you.

I do

need you.

No (Gm7)mat ter what I do,

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, oh you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

No (Gm7)mat ter what I do,

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

I met this chick and she just (C)moved right up the block from me and (Am7)oh, she got the hots for me, the (Dm)fin est thing I need to see.

(C)Oh, no, no, she got a man fight and a (Am7)son though.

But that’s o kay ’cause I wait for my cue and just lis (C)ten.

Play my pos i tion like a (Dm)short come stop.

and hol Pick up ev ’ry thing mom mie two hit tin’.

And in (C)no time,

I bet ter make cial this friend (Dm)thank mine.

And that’s for sure it.

’cause I, I nev er been the type to break up a hap py home.

But there’s some thin ’bout ba by girl I just can’t leave a lone.

re (C)Tell me, and mom ma, what’s it gon na be?

She said, (Dm)“You don’t know what you mean to me.” (Gm7)mat ter what I do,

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, oh you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

No (Gm7)mat ter what I do,

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

I see a lot in your look (C)and I nev er say a word.

I (Am7)know how nig gas start act in’, trip (Dm)pin’.

I heard a bout their girls.

(C)No way, no, she Nel ly don’t fight o ver (Am7)no dame,

as you can see.

But oh, I like your steeze, and your style, (C)ten.

your whole de mean or.

The way (Dm)you come through and hol ler and swoop me thing in his two seat er.

Now that’s (C)gang sta’

and I got spe cial ways to (Dm)thank ya.

Don’t you for get it.

But ah, it ain’t that eas y for you pack up and leave him.

But ah, there’s you and dir ty got ties for diff ’rent rea sons I re (C)spect that and right be fore I turn to leave she said, (Dm)“You don’t know what you mean to No (Gm7)mat ter what I do

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, oh you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

No (Gm7)mat ter what I do

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

Sing it for me K.

And I love you.

And I

need you.

Nel ly I

love you.

I do

and it’s (Dm)more than you’ll

ev er know.

And boy, it’s for sure.

You can (Gm7)al ways count on my love

for ev er more, yeah.

East coast, I know you’re shak in’ right.

Down south, I know you’re bounc in’ right.

West coast, I know you’re walk in’ right.

(Dm)You don’t know what you mean to me.

East coast, I know you’re shak in’ right.

Down south, I know you’re bounc in’ right.

West coast, I know you’re walk in’ right.

(Dm)You don’t know Mid what west you I see you swing in’ me.

East coast, you’re still shak in’ right.

Down south, I see you bounc in’ right.

West coast, I know you’re walk in’ right.

(Dm)You don’t know what you mean to me.

(Gm7)mat ter what I do

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, oh you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

No (Gm7)mat ter what I do

all I (Am7)think a bout is you.

E ven (Gm7)when I’m with my Boo, you know I’m (Am7)cra zy o ver you.

East coast, I know you’re shak in’ right.

Down south, I know you’re bounc in’ right.

West coast, I know youre walk in’ right.

(Dm)You don’t know Mid what west, you I see you swing in’ me.

East coast, I know you’re shak in’ right.

Down south, I know you’re bounc in’ right.

West coast, I know youre walk in’ right.

(Dm)You don’t know Mid what west, you I mean you to in’ me.

Dilemma by Nelly featuring Kelly Rowland — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dilemma by Nelly featuring Kelly Rowland 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 80 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 "Dilemma" 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 "Dilemma"?
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 "Dilemma" use?
Just 4 chords: Am7, C, Dm, Gm7. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.