Is "Drive By" 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 "Drive By"?

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 "Drive By" use?

Just 13 chords: A, Asus2, B, B6, B7, Bpow, C#m, E, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Train songs work for kids?

Try "BRUISES", "PLAY THAT SONG", "IF IT'S LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Drive By

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Lyrics

(C#m)On the oth er side of a street I knew ral, stood a girl that looked like you.

ral, and I guess that’s dé jà vu, but I thought, “This can’t be true,” ’cause But you moved you to West L.

or New York or San ta Fe, or wher ev er, to to get a way from me.

(F#m)Oh, but that one night was more than just right.

I did n’t leave you ’cause I was all through.

And I was o ver whelmed and, frank ly, scared as hell be cause I real ly fell for you.

(A)Oh, I swear to you I’ll be there for you.

This is not a drive (C#m)b y (B)y y y, just a shy guy (E)look ing for a two ply (B)Hef ty bag to hold my (G#7)y y y y y y love.

When you move me, (E)ev ’ry thing is groov y.

(B)They don’t like it, sue me.

(C#m)Mm, the way you (B)do me.

(A)Oh, I swear to you I’ll be there for you.

This is not a drive (G#)by y y y y.

(C#m)On the up er side of a down ward knew ral, my a love for you went you.

ral, and I loved you ev ’ry mile but you drove a way.

be true,” ’cause But you moved you to are a gain, so let’s skip the “how you been” and get ev er, to to “more than friends” at last.

(F#m)Oh, but that one night it’s still the high light.

I did n’t need you un til I came to.

And I was o ver whelmed and, frank ly, scared as hell be cause I real ly fell for you.

(A)oh, I swear to you I’ll be there for you.

This is not a drive (C#m)b y (B)y y y, just a shy guy (E)look ing for a two ply (B)Hef ty bag to hold my (G#7)y y y y y y love.

When you move me, (E)ev ’ry thing is groov y.

(B)They don’t like it, sue me.

(C#m)Mm, the way you (B)do me.

(A)Oh, I swear to you I’ll be there for you.

This is not a drive (G#)by y y y y.

(G#)by y y y y.

Please

be lieve

that (F#m)when

I leave

(B)there’s (G#)noth ing up my sleeve but love for you, and a lit tle time to get my (B5)head to geth er, too.

(C#m)On the oth er side of a street I knew stood a girl that looked like you.

I guess that’s dé jà vu, but I thought, “This can’t be true.” ’Cause, (G#)by y y y y.

Drive By by Train — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Drive By” by Train 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 C# at 120 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 "Drive By" 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 "Drive By"?: 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 "Drive By" use?: Just 13 chords: A, Asus2, B, B6, B7, Bpow, C#m, E, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Train songs work for kids?: Try "BRUISES", "PLAY THAT SONG", "IF IT'S LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.