Half Time

by Amy Winehouse

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(Amaj7)Sim (B)ple, (Cmaj7)sweet (C#)gui (Dm9)tar

(Cmaj7)hum bled (Bm7)by the (Amaj7)bass.

So (Amaj7)when (Bm7)the (Cmaj7)beat (Em7)kicks (Dm9)in, ing,

(Cmaj7)ev ’ry thing I (Bm7)falls in to (Amaj7)place

and it o ver (Dm9)pow ers me.

I can’t (Dm9)help but dance.

a gift

(A)You can try to (Dm9)stop me now,

but (Amaj7)you (Bm7)won’t (Cmaj7)get (Esus)the (D9)chance.

Half (Amaj9)time,

(Fmaj7)time to think it through,

con (Amaj9)sid er the change,

seek it from a dif fer ent (Em7)view.

Half (Amaj9)time,

(Fmaj7)time to think it through,

con (Am7)sid er the change.

(Amaj7)Rhy (Bm7)thm (Cmaj7)floods (C)my (Dm11)heart; ing

the mel o dy, some it feeds u my soul.

The a (Amaj7)tune (Bm7)tears (Cmaj7)me (Em7)a (Dm9)part, ing,

(Cmaj7)and ’ry thing I (Bm7)swal low it (Amaj7)whole.

You should thank your (Dm9)luck y stars,

’cause the (Dm9)mu sic is a gift

(A)and it’s strong er (Dm9)than all else,

pro (Amaj7)vides (Bm7)me (Cmaj7)with (Esus)the (D9)bliss.

Half (Amaj9)time,

(Fmaj7)time to think it through,

con (Amaj9)sid er the change,

seek it from a dif fer ent (Em7)view.

Half (Amaj9)time,

(Fmaj7)time to think it through,

con (Am7)sid er the change.

(Amaj7)My (Bm7)lyr (Cmaj7)ics (C)re (Dm11)veal ing

the mel o dy, some it nat u ral vibe.

It’s a (Am7)sid er the change.

Half Time by Amy Winehouse — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Half Time” by Amy Winehouse 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 A at 84 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Half Time" 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 "Half Time"?
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 "Half Time" use?
Just 17 chords: A7, Am7, Amaj7, Amaj9, Bm7, C, C#m7, Cmaj, +9 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Amy Winehouse songs work for kids?
Try "TEARS DRY ON THEIR OWN", "A SONG FOR YOU", "VALERIE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.