Dog Days Are Over

by Florence And The Machine

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Lyrics

Hap pi ness

hit her like a train on a track.

Com ing to wards her,

stuck still, no turn ing back.

She (G)hid a round ’ry cor ners and she hid un with der beds.

She killed it with kiss (Am)es down and (Em)from it she fled.

With (G)ev a round ’ry bub ners she she sank un with her drink

and washed it a way (Am)es down the (Em)kitch en she sink.

With

The (G)dog days are o ver,

the dog days are done.

The hors es are com ing, so (Em)you’d bet ter run.

Run (G)fast for your moth er, run fast for your fa ther, run for your child ren, for your sis ters and b roth ers.

Leave all your lov ing, your lov ing be hind, you can’t (Em)car ry it with you if you want to sur vive.

The (G)dog days are o ver, the dog days are done.

Can you hear the hors (Am)es?

’Cause (Em)here they come!

And (G)I

’ry

nev

er want ed an y thing (Am)from ter you

Oh.

ex cept (G)ev

’ry

thing

you had and what was left (Am)from ter that

Oh.

ex cept

Hap pi ness a hit her

like a bul let in the head.

know bet

than

Struck from a a great height

by some let one who head.

know bet

than

that.

The (G)dog days are o ver, the dog days are done.

Can you hear the hors (Am)es?

’Cause (Em)here they come.

Run come.

The (G)dog days are o ver, the (Am)dog days are done.

The (G)hors es are com ing, so (Am)you bet ter run.

The (G)dog days are o ver, the (Am)dog days are done.

The (G)hors es are com ing, so (Am)you bet ter run.

The (Am)you bet ter run.

Dog Days Are Over by Florence And The Machine — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dog Days Are Over by Florence And The Machine 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 G at 150 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 "Dog Days Are Over" 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 "Dog Days Are Over"?
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 "Dog Days Are Over" use?
Just 4 chords: Am, C, Em, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Florence And The Machine songs work for kids?
Try "DELILAH", "HOW BIG, HOW BLUE, HOW BEAUTIFUL", "VARIOUS STORMS & SAINTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.