Is "Hells Bells" 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 "Hells Bells"?

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 "Hells Bells" use?

Just 9 chords: Am, Am7, Apow, Asus4, Cpow, Dpow, E, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other AC/DC songs work for kids?

Try "THUNDERSTRUCK", "BACK IN BLACK", "DIRTY DEEDS DONE DIRT CHEAP". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Hells Bells

· by AC/DC

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Lyrics

I’ll give you I’m a roll in’ thun der, up and pour in’ rain,

I’m you’re com in’ on vil, like a (G)hur ri cane.

See my My light nin’s flash in’ (D5)a (G)cross the sky, ’cause if (D5)good’s you’re on ly young, but you’re gon in’ na die.

right.

I won’t take no pris on ers, won’t spare no (C5)lives.

No bod y’s put tin’ up a fight.

I got my bell, I’m gon na take you to (D5)hell.

I’m gon na get ya, Sa tan get ya.

Ah, hell’s (Am)bells,

yeah, hell’s (Am)bells.

You got (Asus)me ring (C5)in’ (G)hell’s bells.

(Am7)My temp ’ra ture’s (Asus)high, hell’s (Am)bells.

I’ll give you black a sen sa tions der, up and down your spine.

If you’re in to e vil, you’re a (G)friend of mine.

See my white light flash in’ as (D5)I (G)split the night, ’cause if (D5)good’s on the left, young, then I’m stick in’ to the right.

I won’t take no pris on ers, won’t spare no (C5)lives.

No bod y’s put tin’ up a fight.

I got my bell, I’m gon na take you to (D5)hell.

I’m gon na get ya, Sa tan get ya.

Ah, hell’s (Am)bells,

yeah, hell’s (Am)bells.

You got (Asus)me ring (C5)in’ (G)hell’s bells.

(Am7)My temp ’ra ture’s (Asus)high, hell’s (Am)bells.

Yeah!

Hell’s (Am)bells,

Sa (Am7)tan’s com in’ to (Asus)you.

Hell’s (Am)bells,

(Am7)he’s ring in’ them (Asus)now.

(C5)Those (G)hell’s (Am7)bells,

gon the temp ’ra ture’s (Asus)high, hell’s (C5)bells,

there’s a cross the (D5)sky.

(G)Hell’s (Am)bells,

Sa (Am7)they’re tak in’ you (Asus)down, hell’s (Am)bells,

(Am7)they’re drag gin’ you (Asus)un (C5)Those (G)Hell’s (Am7)bells,

gon na split ’ra the (Asus)night, hell’s (C5)bells,

there’s no cross the (D5)sky.

(G)Hell’s way to (D5)fight, yeah.

Ah!

Ah, ah!

Ah!

Hell’s bells.

Hells Bells by AC/DC — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hells Bells” by AC/DC 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 108 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 "Hells Bells" 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 "Hells Bells"?: 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 "Hells Bells" use?: Just 9 chords: Am, Am7, Apow, Asus4, Cpow, Dpow, E, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other AC/DC songs work for kids?: Try "THUNDERSTRUCK", "BACK IN BLACK", "DIRTY DEEDS DONE DIRT CHEAP". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.