Hot N Cold

by Katy Perry

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Lyrics

(G)You change your mind

like a girl

chang es clothes.

Yeah, (G)you P.

M.

S.

like a girl,

I would know.

Used And (G)you al ways think,

al ways speak

crit i c’lly.

I should know

that you’re not good for me.

’Cause you’re hot then you’re cold; you’re yes then you’re no; you’re in then you’re out; you’re up then you’re down.

You’re wrong when it’s right; it’s black and it’s white; we fight, we break up; we kiss, we make up.

(G)You, you don’t real ly want to (D)stay, no, (Am)you, but you don’t real ly want to (C)go o.

You’re hot then you’re cold; you’re yes then you’re no; you’re in then you’re out; you’re up and you’re down.

(G)We used to be

just like twins,

so in sync.

The (G)same en er gy

now’s a dead

bat ter y.

Used to (G)laugh ’bout noth ing,

now you’re plain

bor i ing.

I should know

that you’re not gon na change.

’Cause you’re hot then you’re cold; you’re yes then you’re no; you’re in then you’re out; you’re up then you’re down.

You’re wrong when it’s right; it’s black and it’s white; we fight, we break up; we kiss, we make up.

(G)You, you don’t real ly want to (D)stay, no, (Am)you, but you don’t real ly want to (C)go o.

You’re hot then you’re cold; you’re yes then you’re no; you’re in then you’re out; you’re up and you’re down.

Some one call the doc tor, got a case of a (D)love bi po lar.

Stuck on a rol ler coast er, (G)can’t get off this ride.

(G)You change your mind

like a girl

chang es clothes.

’Cause you’re hot then you’re cold; you’re yes then you’re no; you’re in then you’re out; you’re up then you’re down.

You’re wrong when it’s right; it’s black and it’s white; we fight, we break up; we kiss, we make up.

You’re hot then you’re cold; you’re yes then you’re no; you’re in then you’re out; you’re up then you’re down.

You’re wrong when it’s right; it’s black and it’s white; we fight, we break up; we kiss, we make up.

You’re hot we make up.

Hot N Cold by Katy Perry — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hot N Cold” by Katy Perry 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 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 "Hot N Cold" 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 "Hot N Cold"?
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.