Every Rose Has Its Thorn

by Poison

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We both lie si lent ly still in the (C)dead of the night.

Al though we (G)both lie close to geth er, we feel (C)miles a part in side.

Was it (G)some thing I said or (C)some thing I did?

Did those (G)words not come out (C)right?

Though I (D)tried not to hurt you, though I (C)tried.

But I guess that’s why they say (G)ev ’ry rose has its (C)thorn,

just like (G)ev ’ry night has its (C)dawn.

Just like (G)ev ’ry (D)cow boy sings his (C)sad, sad (G)song, ev ’ry rose has its (C)thorn.

I (G)lis ten to our fa v’rite song play ing on the (C)ra di o, hear the (G)D.

J.

say love’s a game of eas y come and eas y go.

But I (G)won der does he (C)know, has he (G)ev er felt like (C)this?

And I (D)know that you’d be here right now if I (C)could ’ve let you know some how.

I guess (G)ev ’ry rose has its (C)thorn,

just like (G)ev ’ry night has its (C)dawn.

Just like (G)ev ’ry (D)cow boy sings his (C)sad, sad (G)song,

ev ’ry rose has its (C)thorn.

Though it’s been a (D)while now, I can (C)still feel so much (G)pain.

Like the knife that (D)cuts you, the wound heals, but the scar, that scar re (G)mains.

I know I could have saved our love that night if I’d known what to say.

In stead of mak ing love, we both (C)made our sep ’rate ways.

Now I (G)hear you’ve found some (C)bod y new and (G)that I nev er meant that (C)much to you.

To (D)hear that tears me up in side and to (C)see you cuts me like a knife.

I guess (G)ev ’ry rose has its (C)thorn,

just like (G)ev ’ry night has its (C)dawn.

Just like (G)ev ’ry (D)cow boy sings his (C)sad, sad (G)song,

ev ’ry rose has its (C)thorn.

Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Every Rose Has Its Thorn by Poison 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 100 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 "Every Rose Has Its Thorn" 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 Rose Has Its Thorn"?
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.
What other Poison songs work for kids?
Try "SOMETHING TO BELIEVE IN", "EVERY ROSE HAS ITS THORN", "TALK DIRTY TO ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.