Is "Hit The Lights" 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 "Hit The Lights"?

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 "Hit The Lights" use?

Just 12 chords: Am7, Bm, Bm7, C, D, Dsus4, Em, Em7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Selena Gomez songs work for kids?

Try "COME & GET IT", "LOVE YOU LIKE A LOVE SONG", "BACK TO YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Hit The Lights

· by Selena Gomez

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Lyrics

It’s the (Em7)boy you nev er told, tal “I like you.” It’s the (G)girl you let it get a way.

It’s the (Em7)one you saw that you day on a train, but you (G)freaked out and walked in’ a way.

It’s the (Em7)plane you wan na catch to Veg as, things you (G)swear you’ll do be fore you die.

It’s the (Em7)cit y of love that waits for you, but you’re (G)too damn scared to fly.

Hit the lights!

Let the (G)mu (Em)sic move you; (D)lose your self to (C)night.

Come a live;

let the (G)mo (Em)ment take you.

(D)Lose con trol to (C)night.

Hit the lights!

Let the (G)mu (Em)sic move you; (D)lose your self to (C)night.

Come a live;

let the (G)mo (Em)ment take you.

(D)Lose con trol to (C)night.

It’s the (Em7)time you that you to tal ly like you.” still you’re (G)try’n’ to get it out your brain.

It’s the (Em7)fight you had when you day n’t make up.

It’s the (G)past that your dy in’ to change.

It’s It’s (Em7)all the mon ey that you’re sav ing while the (G)good you’ll life be pass es by.

It’s It’s (Em7)all y the dreams that nev came true ’cause you’re (G)too damn scared to try.

Hit the lights!

Let the (G)mu (Em)sic move you; (D)lose your self to (C)night.

Come a live;

let the (G)mo (Em)ment take you.

(D)Lose con trol to (C)night.

Hit the lights!

Let the (G)mu (Em)sic move you; (D)lose your self to (C)night.

Come a live;

let the (G)mo (Em)ment take you.

(D)Lose con trol to (C)night.

It’s the

It’s a (C)mad mad world; got ta (D)make an es (Em7)cape.

It’s a (C)per fect world when you (D)go all the (Em7)way.

Hit the lights!

Let the (G)mu (Em)sic move you.

(D)Lose your self to (C)night.

So let’s go, go, go, go, (Bm7)all the (G)way.

Yeah, let’s go, go, go, go, (Bm7)night and (G)day.

From the (Em7)floor to the raft ers, (Bm7)peo ple, raise (G)your glass es.

(Am7)We could dance for ev er!

Hit (CN.C.)the lights!

(D)Lose your self to (C)night.

Hit The Lights by Selena Gomez — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hit The Lights” by Selena Gomez 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 G at 130 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 "Hit The Lights" 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 "Hit The Lights"?: 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 "Hit The Lights" use?: Just 12 chords: Am7, Bm, Bm7, C, D, Dsus4, Em, Em7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Selena Gomez songs work for kids?: Try "COME & GET IT", "LOVE YOU LIKE A LOVE SONG", "BACK TO YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.