Fifty Ways To Leave Your Lover

by Paul Simon

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“The prob lem is (D6)all in side your (B7)head,” she said to me; I wish there was “the an swer is (D#dim7)eas y if you (G)take it log i (B)c’lly.

I’d like “I to help ci you in your (Cmaj7)strug gle to be (B)free; there (B7)must be fif ty ways?” fif ty ways to leave your (Em)lov er.”

She said, “It’s (D6)real ly not my (B7)hab it to in trude; fur ther (Em)more, I hope my (D#dim7)mean ing won’t be (B)lost or mis con strued.

And then But (Em)I’ll re peat my (D6)self at the (Cmaj7)risk of be ing (B)crude: there (B7)must be fif ty (Am7)ways to leave your (Em)lov er,

fif ty (Am7)ways to leave your (Em)lov er.”

Just slip out the (G)back,

Jack;

make a new (Bb6)plan,

Stan;

you don’t need to be (C7)coy,

Roy,

just get your self (G)free.

Hop on the bus,

Gus;

you don’t need to dis cuss much;

just drop off the (C7)key,

Lee,

and get your self (G)free.

Slip out the (G)back,

Jack;

make a new (Bb6)plan,

Stan;

you don’t need to be (C7)coy,

Roy,

just lis ten to (G)me.

Hop on the bus,

Gus;

you don’t need to dis cuss much;

just drop off the (C7)key, Lee,

and get your self (G)free.

Slip out the (G)free.

(G)free.

Fifty Ways To Leave Your Lover by Paul Simon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Fifty Ways To Leave Your Lover” by Paul Simon 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 "Fifty Ways To Leave Your Lover" 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 "Fifty Ways To Leave Your Lover"?
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 "Fifty Ways To Leave Your Lover" use?
Just 12 chords: Am7, B7, Baug, Bb6, C, C7, Cmaj7, D#dim7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Paul Simon songs work for kids?
Try "Still Crazy After All These Years", "KODACHROME", "ME AND JULIO DOWN BY THE SCHOOLYARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.