Is "Empire State Of Mind" 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 State Of Mind"?

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 State Of Mind" use?

Just 6 chords: Asus4, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Dm, F. Take it one section at a time.

What other Glee Cast songs work for kids?

Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Empire State Of Mind

· by Glee Cast

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Lyrics

Yeah, (Bbmaj7)yeah, I’m (Bbmaj7)up at (F)Brook lyn, now I’m down in Tri bec a, right next to De Ni ro, but I’ll be hood for ev er.

I’m the (C)new Si (Bbmaj7)na tra, and since I made it here, I can make it an y where.

Yeah, they love me ev ’ry (Bbmaj7)where.

I used to (Bbmaj7)cop in (F)Har lem, all of my Do mi ni ca nos, right there up on Broad way, brought me back to that Mc Don ald’s.

Took it (C)to my (Bbmaj7)stash spot, Five six ty State Street, catch me in a kitch en like a Sim mons whip pin’ pas (Bbmaj7)try.

Cruis ing (Bbmaj7)down (F)Eighth Street, off white Lex us, driv ing so slow, but B.

is from Tex as.

Me, I’m (C)up at (Bbmaj7)Bed Stuy, home of that boy Big gie.

Now I live on Bill board, and I brought my boys (Bbmaj7)with me.

Say “What (Bbmaj7)up?” to (F)Ty Ty, still sip ping Mai Tai, sit ting court side, Knicks and Nets give me high fives.

Jig ga, (C)I be (Asus)spiked out, I can trip a ref er ee, tell by my at ti tude that I most def i nite ly from...

York,

con crete jun gle where dreams are made of, there’s noth ing you can’t do.

Now you’re (F)in (C)New York,

these streets will make you feel brand new, big lights will in spi (C)re you.

Let’s here it (F)for (C)New York, New York, New York.

(Bb)Catch me (Bb)at the (F)Brook lyn, now I’m down in Tri bec a, right next to De Ni ro, but I’ll be hood for ev er.

I’m the (C)new Si (Bbmaj7)na tra, and since I made it here, I can make it an y where.

Yeah, they love me ev ’ry (Bbmaj7)where.

I used to (Bbmaj7)cop in (F)Har lem, all of my Do mi ni ca nos, right there up on Broad way, brought me back to that Mc Don ald’s.

Took it (C)to my (Bbmaj7)stash spot, Five six ty State Street, catch me in a kitch en like a Sim mons whip pin’ pas (Bbmaj7)try.

Cruis ing (Bbmaj7)down (F)Eighth Street, off white Lex us, driv ing so slow, but B.

is from Tex as.

Me, I’m (C)up at (Bbmaj7)Bed Stuy, home of that boy Big gie.

Now I live on Bill board, and I brought my boys (Bbmaj7)with me.

Say “What (Bbmaj7)up?” to (F)Ty Ty, still sip ping Mai Tai, sit ting court side, Knicks and Nets give me high fives.

Jig ga, (C)I be (Asus)spiked out, I can trip a ref er ee, tell by my at ti tude that I most def i nite In New York,

con crete jun gle where dreams are made of, there’s noth ing you can’t do.

Now you’re (F)in (C)New York,

these streets will make you feel brand new, big lights will in spi (C)re you.

Let’s here it (F)for (C)New York, New York, New York.

(Bb)Catch me (Bb)at the York.

One hand in the air for the big cit y, street lights, big dreams all look ing pret ty.

No place in the world that can com pare, put your light ers in the air, ev ’ry bod y say (Asus)yeah, yeah,

yeah, yeah.

In New York.

Empire State Of Mind by Glee Cast — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Empire State Of Mind” by Glee Cast 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 Bb at 86 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 State Of Mind" 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 State Of Mind"?: 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 State Of Mind" use?: Just 6 chords: Asus4, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Dm, F. Take it one section at a time.
What other Glee Cast songs work for kids?: Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.