Girlfriend

by Alicia Keys

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Yeah yeah, what!

(G)La la (CN.C.)la la (F)la,

(Em)your (F)girl (G)friend.

(G)Uh huh.

(G)J.

D., what, (CN.C.)yeah yeah, what.

(F)May be (G)sil ly (F)one for me (G)to you feel this way (G)a round you and (F)her,

’cause (F)I know tions (G)she’s been such get (G)a good friend.

(F)I know (G)she has helped you (F)through.

(G)(Talk ing (Ebmaj7)late on (F)the phone.

Ev ’ry night you’ve (G)been call ing.

Pri vate (Ebmaj7)mo ments a (F)lone, but your heart soon be (G)fall ing.

And I (Ebmaj7)know she’s a (F)friend but I can’t shake the (G)feel ing) I that you (Eb)I could be los ing your heart.

(I think I’m jeal ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend, (G)al though

(G)she’s just a (CN.C.)girl (F)that is (G)your friend.

I (F)think I’m jeal (G)ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend;

(G)she shares (F)a spe (G)cial part of you.

(Gm)Oh,

(Am)oh.)

(F)You said (G)that she’s (F)one who helped (G)to you see

how deep (G)you’re in love with (F)me.

And (F)in ten tions (G)were not

to get (G)in be tween, (F)but see (G)pos si bil i (F)ties.

(G)(And you (Ebmaj7)say that (F)you feel.

I’m the best thing (G)in your life.

And I (Ebmaj7)know it’s for (F)real, I your see it in (G)your eyes.

There’s no (Ebmaj7)rea son for (F)me to I e ven feel (G)this way.) I know you (Eb)just en joy her com pa ny.

(I think I’m jeal ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend,

(G)al though

(G)she’s just a (CN.C.)girl (F)that is (G)your friend.

I (F)think I’m jeal (G)ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend;

(G)she shares (F)a spe (G)cial part of you.

(Gm)Oh, (Am)oh.)

(Em)Oh, I (F)think I’m jeal (G)ous of your (CN.C.)girl friend,

al though

she’s just a girl that is your friend.

I think I’m jeal ous of your girl friend;

she shares a spe cial part of you.

(Gm)Oh, (Am)oh.

(La la (G)la la la,

your (G)girl friend.)

(La la (G)la la la,

your (G)girl friend.)

(CN.C.)Yeah yeah what.

I think I’m (Am)jeal ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend,

(G)al though

(G)she’s just a (CN.C.)girl (F)that is (G)your friend, I (F)think I’m jeal (G)ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend;

(G)she shares (F)a spe (G)cial part of you.

I (F)think I’m jeal (G)ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend,

(G)al though

(G)she’s just a (CN.C.)girl (F)that is (G)your friend, I (F)think I’m jeal (G)ous of your (CN.C.)girl (F)friend;

(G)she shares (F)a spe (G)cial part of you.

I (F)think I’m jeal (G)ous of your

Girlfriend by Alicia Keys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Girlfriend 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 100 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 "Girlfriend" 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 "Girlfriend"?
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.