Is "Ghost" 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 "Ghost"?

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 "Ghost" use?

Just 6 chords: A, Bm, C, D, E, F#m. Take it one section at a time.

What other Ella Henderson songs work for kids?

Try "Yours", "Ghost", "All Again". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Ghost

· by Ella Henderson

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Lyrics

I (A)keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause I (A)need (F#m)some thin’ that (E)can wash out the pain.

And at (A)most, I’m (F#m)sleep in’ all (E)these de mons a way.

But your (A)ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

My friends had you (F#m)fig ured out.

Yeah, they saw what’s in side of you.

You tried hid ing an (D)oth er you, but your e vil was (Bm)com in’ through.

These eyes sit tin’ (F#m)on the wall, they watch ev ’ry move I make.

Bright light liv in’ (D)in the shade, your cold heart makes my (Bm)spir it shake, ooh.

I had to go through hell to prove I’m (F#m)not in sane.

Had to meet the dev il just to know his name.

And that’s when my love was burn in’.

Yeah, it’s still burn in’.

I (A)keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause I (A)need (F#m)some thin’ that (E)can wash out the pain.

And at (A)most, I’m (F#m)sleep in’ all (E)these de mons a way.

But your (A)ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

I (A)keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause I (A)need (F#m)some thin’ that (E)can wash out the pain.

And at (A)most, I’m (F#m)sleep in’ all (E)these de mons a way.

But your (A)ghost, the (F#m)ghost of (CN.C.)you, it keeps me a wake.

Each time that I (F#m)think you’re gone, I turn a round and you’re creep in’ in.

And I let you un (D)der my skin ’cause I love liv in’ (Bm)in the sin.

Boy, you nev er (F#m)told me true love was going to hurt.

True pain I don’t de serve.

Truth is that I (Bm)nev er learn, ooh.

Give up the ghost.

Stop the haunt ing, ba by.

Give up the ghost.

No more haunt ing, ba by.

I keep go in’ to the riv er.

I (A)keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause I (A)need (F#m)some thin’ that (E)can wash out the pain.

And at (A)most, I’m (F#m)sleep in’ all (E)these de mons a way.

But your (A)ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

I (A)keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause I (A)need (F#m)some thin’ that (E)can wash out the pain.

And at (A)most, I’m (F#m)sleep in’ all (E)these de mons a way.

But your (A)ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

(F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

Ghost by Ella Henderson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ghost” by Ella Henderson 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 120 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 "Ghost" 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 "Ghost"?: 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 "Ghost" use?: Just 6 chords: A, Bm, C, D, E, F#m. Take it one section at a time.
What other Ella Henderson songs work for kids?: Try "Yours", "Ghost", "All Again". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.