Is "Games People Play" 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 "Games People Play"?

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 "Games People Play" use?

Just 6 chords: A, Bm, Em9, F#m, G, Gmaj7. Take it one section at a time.

What other Alan Parsons Project songs work for kids?

Try "LUCIFER", "SIRIUS", "EYE IN THE SKY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Games People Play

· by Alan Parsons Project

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Lyrics

(Bm)Where do we (A)go from here now (A)that (Bm)all oth er (A)chil dren are grow in’ up?

And (Bm)how do we (A)spend our lives

(A)if there’s (Bm)no one to (A)lend us a hand?

I don’t (A)wan na (Bm)live here (A)no (Bm)more,

I don’t (A)wan na (Bm)stay,

ain’t gon na (A)spend the (Bm)rest of (A)my (Bm)life

qui et ly fad ing (A)a way.

Oh.

(Em9)Games peo ple (Gmaj7)play, you (A)take (F#m)it or (A)you leave (Bm)it.

(A)Things that they say, just (Bm)don’t make or bright.

If I (Em9)prom ise you (Gmaj7)the moon and the (A)stars, (F#m)would you (A)be lieve (Bm)it?

(Em9)Games peo ple (Gmaj7)play in (A)the (Bm)mid dle of the night.

(Bm)Where do we (A)go from here now (A)that (Bm)all of the (A)chil dren have grown in’ up?

And (Bm)how do we (A)spend our time

(A)know in’ (Bm)no bod y (A)gives us a damn?

I don’t (A)wan na (Bm)live here (A)no (Bm)more,

I don’t (A)wan na (Bm)stay,

ain’t gon na (A)spend the (Bm)rest of (A)my (Bm)life

qui et ly fad ing (A)a way.

Oh.

(Em9)Games peo ple (Gmaj7)play, you (A)take (F#m)it or (A)you leave (Bm)it.

(A)Things that they say just (Bm)don’t make it right.

If I’m (Em9)tell in’ you (Gmaj7)the truth and right (A)now, (F#m)do you (A)be lieve (Bm)it?

(Em9)Games peo ple (Gmaj7)play in (A)the (Bm)mid dle of the night.

night.

(Em9)Games peo ple (Gmaj7)play, you (A)take (F#m)it or (A)you leave (Bm)it.

(Gmaj7)Things that they say, just (Bm)don’t hon or bright.

If I (Em9)prom ise you (Gmaj7)the moon and the (A)stars, (F#m)would you (A)be lieve (Bm)it?

(Em9)games peo ple (Gmaj7)play in (A)the mid (F#m)dle of the (Bm)night.

(Em9)Games peo ple (Gmaj7)play, you (A)take (F#m)it or (A)you leave (Bm)it.

(Gmaj7)Things that they say just (Bm)don’t make it right.

If I’m (Em9)tell in’ you (Gmaj7)the truth right the (A)now, (F#m)do you (A)be lieve (Bm)it?

(Em9)games peo ple (Gmaj7)play in (A)the mid (F#m)dle of the (Bm)night.

mid dle (F#m)of the (Bm)night.

Games People Play by Alan Parsons Project — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Games People Play” by Alan Parsons Project 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 B at 130 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 "Games People Play" 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 "Games People Play"?: 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 "Games People Play" use?: Just 6 chords: A, Bm, Em9, F#m, G, Gmaj7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Alan Parsons Project songs work for kids?: Try "LUCIFER", "SIRIUS", "EYE IN THE SKY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.