Girl On Fire

by Alicia Keys

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Lyrics

She’s just a girl and she’s on (Em)fi re,

hot ter than a fan ta sy,

lone ly like a high way.

She’s liv ing in a world and it’s on (Em)fi re.

Filled with ca (G)tas tro phe, but she knows she can (D)fly a way.

(G)Oh,

she’s got both feet on the ground and she’s burn ing it down.

Oh,

she’s got her head in the clouds and she’s not back ing down.

This girl is on fi (G)re,

this girl is on fi (Bm)re.

She’s walk ing on fi (G)re.

This girl is on fi (Bm)re.

Looks like a girl, but she’s a (Em)flame.

So bright, she can burn your eyes, bet ter look the oth er way.

You can try but you’ll nev er for get her (Em)name.

She’s on (G)top of the world,

hot test of the (D)hot test girls.

Say (G)oh,

we got both feet on the ground and we’re burn ing it down.

Oh,

got her head in the clouds and we’re not com ing down.

(CN.C.)This girl is on fi

Oh.

Ev ’ry bod y stands as she goes (D)by ’cause they can see the flame that’s in her (C)eyes.

Watch her when she’s light in’ up the night.

No bod y (G)knows that she’s a (Em)lone ly girl and it’s a (Bm)lone ly world.

But she’s gon’ let it (C)burn, ba by, (G)burn, ba by.

This (D)girl is on fi (G)re,

this girl is on fi (Bm)re.

She’s walk ing on fi (G)re.

This girl is on fi (Bm)re.

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She’s just a girl and she’s on (Em)fi re.

Girl On Fire by Alicia Keys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Girl On Fire by Alicia Keys 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 G at 88 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 "Girl On Fire" 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 "Girl On Fire"?
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.
What other Alicia Keys songs work for kids?
Try "AS I AM", "DE NOVO ADAGIO (INTRO)", "TEARS ALWAYS WIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.