Is "Easy Money" 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 "Easy Money"?

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 "Easy Money" use?

Just 9 chords: A, A7, Bm, C, C7, D, Em, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Billy Joel songs work for kids?

Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Easy Money

· by Billy Joel

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Lyrics

You don’t have to talk all night,

I’m a man who can’t say dance.

no.

If you’ve You don’t have to twist my vi arm, tion,

just point me where you want to go.

Take me to the ac tion, take me to the track, (Em)Take me to a par ty if they’re bet tin’ in the back.

I’ve been work (C7)count ing all my life, ing can’t af ford to wait, (D)let me call my wife so I can tell her I’ll be late.

I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

I could get (D)luck y,

oh, things could go (G)right.

(D)I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

May be this (D)one time,

Oh, may be to (G7)night.

You don’t have to try too hard,

I don’t need a song and dance.

no.

If you’ve I don’t need an in my y ta ness,

just if you’ve got a game of chance.

Take me to the ta bles, take me to the fights, (Em)run me like the num bers, if roll o me like the dice.

I’ve When Some (C7)count ing on a kill off, al ways count me in, (D)talk me in to los in’ just as long as I can win.

I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

I want the (D)good times,

oh, I nev er (G)had.

(D)I want the (Em)eas y,

eas y (C7)(mon ey) eas y mon ey.

I want the (D)good life

Oh, I want it (G7)night.

(G)bad.

Eas (A)y (D)mon ey.

You say I (A)fool my self, but (Bm)bet ter me than be ing a fool for (G)some one else.

I got a (D)hot slot ma chine of a sys tem read y to go.

(C)Eas (A7)y (D)mon ey.

I got a (A)one track mind, and a (Bm)good rep u ta tion lay ing (G)on the line.

I’ll ei ther (D)come back a bum or a king, ba by, I don’t know.

(G)night.

Eas (A)y (D)(mon ey.) Oh, I don’t want no hard cash,

I just want the eas y (D)mon ey.

Oh,

I could get luck y.

(C)(Eas (A7)y) (D)(mon ey.) Oh, I don’t want no hard cash,

I just want the eas y (D)mon ey.

Oh,

I could get luck y.

(C)(Eas (A7)y) (D)mon ey!

Easy Money by Billy Joel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Easy Money” by Billy Joel 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 144 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 "Easy Money" 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 "Easy Money"?: 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 "Easy Money" use?: Just 9 chords: A, A7, Bm, C, C7, D, Em, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Billy Joel songs work for kids?: Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.