Gone

by Lianne La Havas

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When I (Am7)wait ed for you, there was no (Csus2)show.

Made my self be lieve the un true.

How could (Dsus)I not (D)know?

I bet it seemed (Fmaj7)eas i er just to (Em7)lie,

but I (Am7)found you out.

This is (Dsus)my last good bye.

I heard e (Am7)nough fair y tales back in my (C)youth.

So just stop bit ing your nails and take the pain ful (D)truth.

You just look ri (Fmaj7)dic u lous

in dis (Em7)guise.

Yes, I (Am7)found you out.

This is my last good (D)bye.

’Cause it used to be my life and soul keep ing ev (Am)’ry thing in tune.

What the heck, man?

Last time I checked, man, we had it all.

It was just me and you.

So what hap pened to you?

Thought I knew you.

No more chanc es; I’m gone, gone, gone.

Love is not (Am7)blind; it’s just deaf and it is (C)dumb.

So how could (Am7)I fool my self think ing you (C)were the (D7)one?

(C)How sad, how un dig ni fied.

Now I (Am7)found you out.

This is my last good bye.

’Cause it used

Don’t wait for me, (Ebm7)I’ll be (Dm7)gone.

’Cause when I (Am7)wait ed for you, there was no show.

Made (Em7)my self be (Am7)lieve the un true.

How could I (D7)not know?

’Cause it used to be my life and soul keep ing ev (Am)’ry thing in tune.

What the heck, man?

Last time I checked, man, we had it all.

It was just me and you.

So what hap pened to (Dm7)you?

Thought I knew you.

No more chanc es, I’m gone, I’m gone, I’m gone, (Fmaj7)I’m gone.

’Cause it used to be my life and soul keep ing ev ’ry thing in tune.

What the heck, man?

Last time (Dm7)I checked, man, we had it all.

It was just me and you.

So what hap pened to (Dm7)you?

I thought I knew (Am)you.

No more chanc (G6)es; I’m gone, gone.

I’m (F#)gone, (F)gone, gone.

Gone by Lianne La Havas — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Gone” by Lianne La Havas 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 C at 120 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 "Gone" 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 "Gone"?
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.