Forrest Gump

by Frank Ocean

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I want to see your pom poms (A)from the stands,

come on, come (A)on.

My (D)fin ger tips and my lips, they burn from the (Dm)cig a rettes.

For rest Gump.

You run my (D)mind, boy,

run ning on my (Dm)mind, boy.

For rest Gump.

I (D)know you, For rest,

I know you would n’t (Dm)hurt a beet le.

But you’re so buff and so strong,

I’m (Dm)ner vous, For rest.

For rest Gump.

My For rest Gump.

I saw your (D)game, For rest.

I was scream ing, (Dm)“Run, for ty four.”

But you kept run ning past the end (D)zone.

Oh, where’d you (Dm)go, For rest?

For rest Gump.

My (D)fin ger tips and my lips, they burn from the (Dm)cig a rettes.

For rest Gump.

You run my (D)mind, boy,

run ning on my (Dm)mind, boy.

For rest Gump.

For rest green,

For rest blues,

I’m (Dm)re

mem b’ring (A)you.

This is love,

I know it’s true.

I (Dm)won’t

for get (A)you.

You, you,

oh, you, you,

it’s (Dm)for you, For rest.

It’s for you,

oh, you, you,

it’s (Dm)for you, For rest.

For rest Gump.

Forrest Gump by Frank Ocean — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Forrest Gump” by Frank Ocean 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 A at 96 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 "Forrest Gump" 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 "Forrest Gump"?
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 "Forrest Gump" use?
Just 3 chords: A, D, Dm. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Frank Ocean songs work for kids?
Try "PYRAMIDS", "CRACK ROCK", "BAD RELIGION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.