Ghost Of You

by Selena Gomez & The Scene

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Lyrics

Turn my back to the door,

feel so much bet ter now.

Don’t e ven try an y more,

noth ing left to lose.

As the voice that’s in the air, say ing don’t look back no where, there’s a voice that’s al ways there.

And (C#m)I’ll nev er be quite the same as I was be fore this,

part of you still re mains, oh, it’s out of fo cus.

You’re just some where that I’ve been and I won’t go back a gain, you’re just some where that I’ve been.

er.

I’m breath ing in, breath ing out, ain’t that what it’s all a bout?

Liv ing life cra zy loud like I have the right to.

No more words in my mouth, noth ing left to fig ure out

that I don’t think I’ll ev er break (B)through the ghost of you.

And (C#m)I’ll nev er be like I was the day I met you.

this,

Too na ive?

Yes, I was, boy, that’s why I let you Wear your mem ’ry like a stain, can’t e rase none of the pain, here to stay with me for ev er.

I’m breath ing in, breath ing out, ain’t that what it’s all a bout?

Liv ing life cra zy loud like I have the right to.

No more words in my mouth, noth ing left to fig ure out

that I don’t think I’ll ev er break (B)through the ghost of you.

And (B)through the ghost of you.

of these days I’ll wake up from this bad dream I’m dream ing.

(B)One of these days, I pray that I’ll be o ver, o ver, o ver you.

(C#m)One of these days I’ll re a lize that I’m too tired of feel ing con fused, but for now there’s a rea son that you’re still here in my (A)heart.

(B)through the ghost of you.

Breath ing in, breath ing out.

Breath ing in, breath ing out like I have the right to.

No more words in my mouth, noth ing left to fig ure out,

but I don’t think I’ll ev er break (B)through the ghost of you.

Ghost Of You by Selena Gomez & The Scene — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ghost Of You” by Selena Gomez & The Scene 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 E at 86 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 Of You" 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 Of You"?
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 Of You" use?
Just 8 chords: A, Amaj7, B, C, C#m, E, F#m, F#m9. Take it one section at a time.
What other Selena Gomez & The Scene songs work for kids?
Try "LIVE LIKE THERE'S NO TOMORROW", "A YEAR WITHOUT RAIN", "ROUND AND ROUND". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.