Is "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself" 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 "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself"?

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 "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself" use?

Just 7 chords: Am7, Bm7, C, Cmaj7, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.

What other Jess Glynne songs work for kids?

Try "ALL I AM", "THURSDAY", "Hold My Hand". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Don't Be So Hard On Yourself

· by Jess Glynne

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Lyrics

(Cmaj7)I came here with a bro of ken heart that (Em)no one else could see.

I drew a smile this on my face (G)to pa per o ver (Am7)me.

(Cmaj7)The wounds heal and tears a dry and cracks they don’t (C)show, (Em)so don’t be so hard on your self, no.

(Cmaj7)Let’s go back to sim pli ci ty I feel like I’ve been (C)miss (D)ing me.

(Em)Was not who I’m sup posed to be, (G)I felt this dark ness (Am7)o (Bm7)ver me.

(Cmaj7)We all get there e ven tual ly, I nev er knew where (C)I (D)be longed.

(Em)But I was right and you were wrong, been tell ing my self (Am7)all a (Bm7)long.

Don’t be so hard on your self, no.

Learn to for give, learn to let go.

Ev ’ry one trips, ev ’ry one falls,

so don’t be so hard on your self, no.

(Bm7)’Cause (Cmaj7)I’m just tired of march ing on my (Am7)own.

Kind of (Em)frail, I feel it in my (D)bones.

(Bm7)Oh, let (Cmaj7)my heart, my heart turn in to (Am7)stone,

so don’t be so hard on your self no.

(Cmaj7)I’m stand ing with a bro of ken world, that (Em)no one else could see.

I how a can this dark my cloud (G)be rain ing o ver (Am7)me?

(Cmaj7)But wounds break and tears a place and ev ’ry one (C)knows, (Em)so don’t be so hard on your self, no.

(Cmaj7)Let’s go back to sim pli ci ty I feel like I’ve been (C)miss (D)ing me.

(Em)Was not who I’m sup posed to be, (G)I felt this dark ness (Am7)o (Bm7)ver me.

(Cmaj7)We all get there e ven tual ly, I nev er knew where (C)I (D)be longed.

(Em)But I was right and you were wrong, been tell ing my self (Am7)all a (Bm7)long.

Don’t be so hard on your self, no.

Learn to for give, learn to let go.

Ev ’ry one trips, ev ’ry one falls,

so don’t be so hard on your self, no.

(Bm7)’Cause (Cmaj7)I’m just tired of march ing on my (Am7)own.

Kind of (Em)frail, I feel it in my (D)bones.

(Bm7)Oh, let (Cmaj7)my heart, my heart turn in to (Am7)stone,

so don’t be so hard on your self no.

(Cmaj7)I’m

Don't Be So Hard On Yourself by Jess Glynne — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Be So Hard On Yourself” by Jess Glynne 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 110 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself" 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 "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself"?: 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 "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself" use?: Just 7 chords: Am7, Bm7, C, Cmaj7, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jess Glynne songs work for kids?: Try "ALL I AM", "THURSDAY", "Hold My Hand". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.