Hey Jude

by The Beatles

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Lyrics

Hey Jude,

don’t make it (C)bad;

take a (C7)sad (C7sus)song

and (C7)make it (F)bet ter.

Re (Bb)mem ber to let her in to your (F)heart;

then you can start

to make it bet (F)ter.

Hey (F)Jude,

don’t be a (C)fraid.

You were (C7)made (C7sus)to

go (C7)out and (F)get her.

The (Bb)min ute you let her un der your (F)skin,

then you be gin

to make it bet (F)ter.

And an y time you feel the pain, hey Jude,

re frain;

don’t car ry the world

up on

your shoul ders.

For don’t you know that it’s just you?

who plays

it cool

by mak ing his world

a lit tle cold

er.

Da da da (F7)da da (C7)da da da da.

Hey (F)Jude,

don’t let me (C)down.

You have (C7)found (C7sus)her,

now (C7)go and (F)get her.

Re (Bb)mem ber to let her in to your (F)heart;

then you can start

to make it bet (F)ter.

So let it out and let it in.

Hey Jude,

be gin;

you’re wait ing for some

one to

per form with.

And don’t you know that it’s just you?

Hey Jude,

you’ll do.

The move ment you need

is on your shoul

der.

Da da da (F7)da da (C7)da da da da.

Hey

Hey Jude,

to make it bet ter, bet ter, bet ter, bet ter, bet ter, bet ter, oh.

Da

da da (Eb)da da da da,

(Bb)da

da da da, hey (F)Jude.

Da

da da (Eb)da da da da,

(Bb)da

da da da, hey (F)Jude.

Hey Jude by The Beatles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hey Jude” by The Beatles 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 72 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 "Hey Jude" 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 "Hey Jude"?
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 "Hey Jude" use?
Just 7 chords: Bb, C, C7, Eb, F, F7, Gm7. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Beatles songs work for kids?
Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.