Dirty Little Secret

by The All-American Rejects

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Lyrics

Let me (F)know that I’ve done wrong when I’ve (Eb5)known this all a long.

I go a round a time or two just to (Eb5)waste my time with you.

Tell me all that you’ve thrown a way.

Find out games you don’t wan na play.

You are the on ly (F5)one that needs to know.

(Bb5)I’ll keep you my (Ebsus2)dirt y lit tle se cret, (G5)dirt y lit tle se cret.

Don’t tell an y (Bb5)one or you’ll be (Ebsus2)just an oth er re gret, (G5)just an oth er re gret.

(F5)Hope that you can keep it my (Ebsus2)dirt y lit tle se cret.

Who has to know?

When we (F)live such fra gile lives it’s the best way we sur vive.

I go a round a time or two just to (Eb)waste my time with you.

The way she feels in (F5)side.

Those thoughts I can’t de (Bb5)ny.

These sleep ing dogs won’t (F5)lie

and now I try to lie.

It’s (Bb)eat ing me a part.

(C5)Trace this life out.

(Bb5)I’ll keep you my (Eb5)dirt y lit tle se cret, (G5)dirt y lit tle se cret.

Don’t tell an y (Bb5)one or you’ll be (Eb5)just an oth er re gret, (G5)just an oth er re gret.

(Bb5)I’ll keep you my (Ebsus2)dirt y lit tle se cret, (G5)dirt y lit tle se cret.

Don’t tell an y (Bb5)one or you’ll be (Ebsus2)just an oth er re gret, (G5)just an oth er re gret.

(F5)Hope that you can keep it, my (Ebsus2)dirt y lit tle se cret.

(F5)Dirt y lit tle se cret.

(G5)Dirt y lit tle se cret.

Who has to know?

Who has to know?

Dirty Little Secret by The All-American Rejects — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dirty Little Secret” by The All-American Rejects 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 140 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 "Dirty Little Secret" 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 "Dirty Little Secret"?
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 "Dirty Little Secret" use?
Just 14 chords: Abpow, Bb, Bbpow, Bbsus4, C, Cpow, Dpow, Eb, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The All-American Rejects songs work for kids?
Try "MOVE ALONG", "GIVES YOU HELL", "IT ENDS TONIGHT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.