Happier

by Marshmello & Bastille

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(Dm7)Late ly, I’ve been, (C)I’ve been (F)think ing I want you (F)to be (Bb)hap pi er, I want you to be hap pi er.

When the morn ing (Dm7)comes and we see what (C)we’ve be (F)come, in the cold light of (F)day we’re a (Bb)flame in the wind, not the fire eat ing that me we’ve be gun.

Ev ’ry (C)ar gu (Dm7)ment, ev ’ry word we (C)can’t take (F)back, ’cause with all that has (F)hap pened I (Bb)think that we both know the way that the sto ry ends.

Then, (Dm7)on ly for a min ute,

I want to (F)change my (Bb)mind ’cause this just don’t feel right to me.

I (Dm7)want to raise your spir its,

I want to (F)see you (Bb)smile, but know that means I’ll have to leave.

Know that means I’ll have to leave.

(Dm7)Late ly, I’ve been, (C)I’ve been (F)think ing I want you (F)to be (Bb)hap pi er, I want you to be hap pi er.

When the (C)eve ning (Dm7)falls and I’m left there (C)with my (F)thoughts and the im age of (F)you be ing (Bb)with some one else, well, that’s fire eat ing that me up in side.

But we (C)run our (Dm7)course, we pre tend ed (C)we’re o (F)kay.

Now if we jump to (F)geth er, at (Bb)least we can swim far a way from the wreck we made.

Then, (Dm7)on ly for a min ute,

I want to (F)change my (Bb)mind ’cause this just don’t feel right to me.

I (Dm7)want to raise your spir its,

I want to (F)see you (Bb)smile, but know that means I’ll have to leave.

Know that means I’ll have to leave.

(Dm7)Late ly, I’ve been, (C)I’ve been (F)think ing I want you (F)to be (Bb)hap pi er, I want you to be hap pi er.

When the (C)eve ning hap pi er.

So I’ll (Bb)go,

I’ll (F)go.

I will (C)go, go,

(Dm)go.

So I’ll (Bb)go,

I’ll (F)go,

I will (C)go, go,

(CN.C.)go.

(D5)Late ly, I’ve been, (C)I’ve been (F5)think ing I want you to be (Bb5)hap pi er, I want you to be hap pi er.

(D5)E ven though I (C)might not (F5)like this, I think that you’ll be (Bb5)hap pi er, I want you to be hap pi er.

Then, (Dm7)on ly for a min ute.

I want to (F)change my (Bb)mind ’cause this just don’t feel right to me.

I (Dm7)want to raise your spir its,

I want to (F)see you (Bb)smile, but know that means I’ll have to leave.

hap pi er.

So (C)I’ll (Dm7)go,

(C)I’ll (F)go,

(F)I will (Bb)go, go,

go.

Happier by Marshmello & Bastille — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Happier” by Marshmello & Bastille 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 Bb 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 "Happier" 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 "Happier"?
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.