Is "Empire" 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 "Empire"?

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 "Empire" use?

Just 7 chords: Abpow, Bb, Bbpow, C, Cpow, F, Fm. Take it one section at a time.

What other Shakira songs work for kids?

Try "UNDERNEATH YOUR CLOTHES", "DARE", "WHENEVER, WHEREVER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Empire

· by Shakira

Loading song

Fetching song

—

Play in Full Modes More Songs for Kids

Lyrics

(C)Take off (Fm)all of your skin, I’m (Bb)brave when you are free.

(C)Shake off (Fm)all of your sins and (Bb)give ’em to you me.

(C)Close up, (Fm)let me back in.

I (Bb)wan na be yours, wan na be your he ro.

And my heart beats

like the (C)em pires of the (Fm)world u nite.

We are a live,

and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.

You’re my (C)wild fire ev ’ry (Fm)sin gle night.

We are a live,

and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.

And you (F)touch me,

and I’m like, and I’m like, and I’m like, ooh,

ooh.

And I’m like, ooh,

ooh.

And I’m like, ooh,

ooh.

And I’m like, ooh.

(C)I will (Fm)fol low you down wher (Bb)ev er you are go.

(C)I, I’m, (Fm)ba by, I’m bound to (Bb)you, and do you know?

(C)Clos er, (Fm)pull me in tight.

I (Bb)wan na be yours, wan na be your he ro.

And my heart beats

like the (C)em pires of the (Fm)world u nite.

We are a live,

and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.

You’re my (C)wild fire ev ’ry (Fm)sin gle night.

We are a live,

and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.

And you (F)touch me,

and I’m like, and I’m like, and I’m like, ooh,

ooh.

And I’m like, ooh,

ooh.

And I’m like, ooh,

ooh.

And I’m like, ooh.

and I’m like, and I’m like, ooh,

ooh, we are a live,

ooh.

And I’m like, ooh,

ooh, we are a live.

I’m just gon na (Ab5)raise my head,

wel come to the (Bb5)fi nal edge,

and I’m gon na (C5)fall.

I’m just gon na (Ab5)raise my head

and hold you close

like the (C)em pires of the (Fm)world u nite.

We are a live,

and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.

You’re my (C)wild fire ev ’ry (Fm)sin gle night.

We are a live,

and the (Bb)stars make love to the u ni verse.

And you (F)touch me,

and I’m like, and I’m like, and I’m like,

Empire by Shakira — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Empire” by Shakira 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 82 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 "Empire" 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 "Empire"?: 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 "Empire" use?: Just 7 chords: Abpow, Bb, Bbpow, C, Cpow, F, Fm. Take it one section at a time.
What other Shakira songs work for kids?: Try "UNDERNEATH YOUR CLOTHES", "DARE", "WHENEVER, WHEREVER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.