Is "Funeral" 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 "Funeral"?

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 "Funeral" use?

Just 11 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, C, Cm, Cm7, Cm9, Eb, Ebmaj7, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Lukas Graham songs work for kids?

Try "7 Years", "YOU'RE NOT THERE", "MAMA SAID". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Funeral

· by Lukas Graham

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Lyrics

When it’s my time,

I know you’ll (Abmaj7)tai lor a new suit for (Eb)me.

And buy a new tie so I’ll (Abmaj7)look (Gm7)this (Fm7)good.

Boy, you were (Cm7)right,

you said (Abmaj7)on ly the good ones die (Eb)young.

Nev er in my life did I (Abmaj7)look this (Ab)good.

Ev ’ry one, (Eb)wel come to my (Cm)fu ner al, ev ’ry (Fm7)one I know bet ter be (Abmaj7)wast ed.

(Eb)You know I would (Cm)pour one up ’cause the (Fm7)way I lived, it was a (Abmaj7)maz ing.

(Eb)Ooh, ooh, (Cm7)ooh.

All of my (Fm7)friends are in the (Abmaj7)room.

(Eb)Ooh, ooh, (Cm7)ooh.

Par ty for (Fm7)me, I’d par ty (Abmaj7)too.

You’re all on my tab.

Bar ten ders (Abmaj7)pour out the whis keys on (Eb)me.

And don’t be so sad, ’cause I (Abmaj7)lived this (Ab)good.

We were (Ebmaj7)clos er, now it’s (Cm7)o ver, oh, it (Abmaj7)does n’t mean it’s (Ab)clo sure.

I (Ebmaj7)see you and I (Cm7)love you, I’ll be (Abmaj7)watch ing (Gm7)out a (Fm7)bove you.

(Ab)Ev ’ry one (Abmaj7)too.

(Eb)Ooh, ooh, (Cm7)ooh.

All of my (Fm7)friends are in the (Abmaj7)room.

(Eb)Ooh, ooh, (Cm7)ooh.

Par ty for (Fm7)me, I’d par ty (Abmaj7)too.

Ev ’ry one (Eb)wel come to my (Cm)fu ner al, ev ’ry (Fm7)one I know bet ter be (Abmaj7)wast ed.

(Eb)You know I would (Cm)pour one up ’cause the (Fm7)way I lived, (Gm7)it was a (Abmaj7)maz ing.

(Eb)wel come to my (Cm)fu ner al, ev ’ry (Fm7)one I know bet ter be (Abmaj7)wast ed.

(Eb)You know I would (Cm)pour one up ’cause the (Fm7)way I lived, (Gm7)it was a (Abmaj7)maz ing.

(Abmaj7)maz ing.

(Eb)wel come to my (Cm)fu ner al, ev ’ry (Fm7)one I know bet ter be (Abmaj7)wast

ed.

(Gm7)You know I would (Cm)pour one up ’cause the (Fm7)way I lived, (Gm7)it was a (Abmaj7)maz

(Abmaj7)zing.

So, (CN.C.)wel come to my (Abmaj7)fu ner al.

Wel come to (Ab)my fu ner (Ebmaj9)al.

Funeral by Lukas Graham — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Funeral” by Lukas Graham 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 Ab at 81 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 "Funeral" 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 "Funeral"?: 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 "Funeral" use?: Just 11 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, C, Cm, Cm7, Cm9, Eb, Ebmaj7, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Lukas Graham songs work for kids?: Try "7 Years", "YOU'RE NOT THERE", "MAMA SAID". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.