Green Light

by John Legend featuring Andre 3000

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(CN.C.)Give me the green light.

Give me just one night.

I’m read y to go right now.

I’m read y to go right now.

I’m (Em7)read y to go right now.

I’m (C)read y to go right now.

(Am7)I see you move.

I’m check in’ your smile.

I’m (Am7)work in’ your back like it’s goin’ out of style.

Shake just a (Bm7)lit tle bit fast er.

Shake just a (Bm7)lit tle now, girl.

I’m (Am7)dy ing to meet you, so let’s mess a round.

I’ve (Am7)got an ob ses sion with us get ting down.

Come just a (Bm7)lit tle bit clos er.

I just need per (Bm7)mis sion, so give me the (Am7)green light.

(Gmaj7)Give me just (Am)one night.

I’m (Em7)read y to go right now.

I’m (Cmaj7)read y to go right now.

We could go (Am7)all night.

(Gmaj7)Give me the (Am)green light.

I’m (Em7)read y to go right now.

I’m (Cmaj7)read y to go right now.

(Am7)One, two, three, green light, well, if it’s what it (Bm7)seems like.

The (Am7)way you mov in’, ba by, lets me know that it’s gon’ (Bm7)be right.

I’m (Em7)read y to go right now.

I’m (Cmaj7)read y to go right now.

(Am7)One, two, three, red light.

I wan na see what your (Gmaj7)bed’s like.

But (Am7)if I be your bud dy, did you stud y?

Is your (Gmaj7)head right?

I’m (Em7)read y to go right now.

I’m (Cmaj7)read y to go right now.

Do (Am7)I have a girl friend?

Well, tech ni c’lly, (Gmaj7)no.

If (Am7)you’ll be my girl friend, then I’ll make it (Gmaj7)so.

You’ll be my (Bm7)on ly true lov er, no com pe (Bm7)ti tion, no oth er.

(Am7)May be it’s just the thrill of the (Gmaj7)chase, but (Am7)I’ve got a feel ing I’m win ning this (Gmaj7)race.

Ba by, I’m (Bm7)get ting much clos er.

I just need per (Bm7)mis sion, so give me the

I’m (Em7)read y to go right now.

I’m (Cmaj7)read y to go right now.

I’m (Em7)read y to go right now.

I’m (Cmaj7)read y to go right now.

Green Light by John Legend featuring Andre 3000 — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Green Light” by John Legend featuring Andre 3000 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 140 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 "Green Light" 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 "Green Light"?
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.