Is "Goodbye" 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 "Goodbye"?

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 "Goodbye" use?

Just 14 chords: Bm, Bm7, C, Csus2, D, D7, Eb, Em, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Miley Cyrus songs work for kids?

Try "I THOUGHT I LOST YOU", "7 THINGS", "THESE FOUR WALLS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Goodbye

· by Miley Cyrus

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Lyrics

I can hon est ly (D)say ing you’ve been on my (Csus2)mind since I woke (D)up to day, I up to day.

I look at your (D)pho to graph all the time.

These I (D)mem ’ries come back to (Em9)life;

and I don’t (D)mind.

I re mem ber when we (D)kissed;

I still feel it on my (C)lips;

the time that you (D)danced with me with no (Gmaj7)mu sic (Csus2)play ing.

’Cause I re mem ber the (D)sim ple things;

I re mem ber till I (C)cry.

But the (Eb)one thing I wish I’d for get,

the (Eb)mem ’ry I wan na for (Fsus2)get

is good (G5)bye.

I I woke up this (D)morn ing and played on our (Csus2)song, since I and (D)through my tears, I sang a long.

I picked up the (D)phone, and then put it down;

’cause I (D)know I’m wast ing my (Em9)time.

And I don’t (D)mind.

I re mem ber when we (D)kissed;

I still feel it on my (C)lips;

the time that you (D)danced with me with no (Gmaj7)mu sic (Csus2)play ing.

’Cause I re mem ber the (D)sim ple things;

I re mem ber till I (C)cry.

But the (Eb)one thing I wish I’d for get,

the (Eb)mem ’ry I wan na for (Fsus2)get

is good (G5)bye.

Sud den ly my (D)cell phone’s blow in’ up with your ring (C)tone.

I hes i tate, but (D)an swer it an y way;

you (Bm7)sound so a lone.

And I’m sur prised to (D7sus)hear you say:

You re mem ber when we (D)kissed;

you still feel it on your (C)lips;

the time that you (D)danced with me with no (Gmaj7)mu sic (Csus2)play ing.

You re mem ber the (D)sim ple things;

we talked till we (C)cried.

You (Eb)said that your big gest re gret,

the (Eb)one thing I wish I’d for (Fsus2)get

was say ing good (G5)bye,

say ing good (G5)bye.

Mm,

good (G)bye.

Goodbye by Miley Cyrus — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Goodbye” by Miley Cyrus 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 176 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 "Goodbye" 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 "Goodbye"?: 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 "Goodbye" use?: Just 14 chords: Bm, Bm7, C, Csus2, D, D7, Eb, Em, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Miley Cyrus songs work for kids?: Try "I THOUGHT I LOST YOU", "7 THINGS", "THESE FOUR WALLS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.