Every Breath You Take

by The Police

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Ev ’ry breath you take,

ev ’ry move you (Em)make,

ev ’ry bond you break, ev ’ry step you take, I’ll be watch (Dsus)ing you.

Ev ’ry (D7sus)sin gle (G)day,

ev ’ry word you (Em)say,

ev ’ry game you play, ev ’ry night you stay, I’ll be watch (Dsus)ing you.

Oh, can’t you (C)see

(C)you be (Am7)long to (G)me?

How my poor heart aches

with ev ’ry step you (D)take.

Ev ’ry (D7sus)move you (G)make,

ev ’ry vow you (Em)break,

ev ’ry smile you fake, ev ’ry claim you stake, I’ll be watch (Dsus)ing you.

Since you’ve gone, I been lost with out a trace, I dream at night I can on ly see your face.

I look a round, but it’s you I can’t re place.

I feel so cold and I long for your em brace.

I keep cry ing, ba by, ba by, please.

Oh, can’t you Ev ’ry move you make, ev ’ry step you take, I’ll be watch (Dsus)ing you.

I’ll be (D7sus)watch ing you.

(Ev ’ry breath you take, ev ’ry move you make, ev ’ry bond you break, ev ’ry step watch you take, you.

ev ’ry sin gle day, ev ’ry word you say, ev ’ry game you play, ev ’ry night watch you ing stay.) you.

(Ev ’ry move you make, ev ’ry vow you break, ev ’ry smile you fake, ev ’ry claim watch ing stake, you.

ev ’ry sin gle day, ev ’ry word you say, ev ’ry game you play, ev ’ry night watch you ing stay.) I’ll be watch ing (G)you.

Every Breath You Take by The Police — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Every Breath You Take by The Police 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 116 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 "Every Breath You Take" 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 "Every Breath You Take"?
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 "Every Breath You Take" use?
Just 10 chords: A7, Am7, C, D, D7, Dsus4, Eb, Em, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Police songs work for kids?
Try "ROXANNE", "EVERY LITTLE THING SHE DOES IS MAGIC", "KING OF PAIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.