Hotline Bling

by Drake

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You used to call me on my (Bbmaj7)cell phone

late night when you (Am)need my love, call me on my (Bbmaj7)cell phone

late night when you (Am)need my love.

I know when that (Bbmaj7)hot line bling,

that can on ly (Am)mean one thing.

I know when that (Bbmaj7)hot line bling,

that can on ly (Am)mean one thing.

(CN.C.)Ev er since I left the cit y, (Bbmaj7)you you, you,

got a rep u ta tion for your (Am)self a now.

Ev ’ry bod y knows and I feel (Bbmaj7)left you out.

Girl, you got me down, you got me (Am)stressed be out.

’Cause (CN.C.)ev er since I left the cit y, (Bbmaj7)you

start ed wear in’ less and go in’ (Am)out more.

Glass es of cham pagne out on the (C)dance floor,

hang in’ with some girls I’ve nev er (Dsus)seen be fore.

You used to call me on my (Bbmaj7)cell phone

late night when you (Am)need my love, call me on my (Bbmaj7)cell phone

late night when you (Am)need my love.

I know when that (Bbmaj7)hot line bling,

that can on ly (Am)mean one thing.

I know when that (Bbmaj7)hot line bling,

that can on ly (Am)mean one thing.

(CN.C.)Ev er since I left the cit y, (Bbmaj7)you you, you,

got a you and me we just don’t (Am)get a long.

Ev You make me feel and like I (Bbmaj7)did you wrong,

Girl, you go in’ plac es where you (Am)don’t be long.

’Cause (CN.C.)Ev er since I left the cit y, (Bbmaj7)you,

start you got ex act ly what you (Am)asked for.

Run nin’ out of pag es in your (C)pass port,

hang in’ with some girls I’ve nev er (Dsus)seen be fore.

You used to call me on my (Bbmaj7)cell phone

late night when you (Am)need my love, call me on my (Bbmaj7)cell phone

late night when you (Am)need my love.

I know when that (Bbmaj7)hot line bling,

that can on ly (Am)mean one thing.

I know when that (Bbmaj7)hot line bling,

that can on ly (Am)mean one thing.

(CN.C.)These days all I do is (Bb)won der if you’re bend in’ o ver back wards for some one else.

(Dm)Won der if you’re roll in’ o ver back wards for some one else, (C)do in’ things I taught you, get tin’ nas ty for some one else.

You don’t need no one else, you don’t need no bod y else, (Bb)no.

Why you nev er a lone?

Why you al ways touch in’ (Dm)road?

Used to al ways stay at home, be a good girl.

You was in a (C)zone.

You should just be your self.

Right now you’re some one else.

You used to call me on my (CN.C.)Ev er since I left the cit y...

Hotline Bling by Drake — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hotline Bling by Drake 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 120 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to get comfortable with borrowed chords — that Bb and Bbmaj7 are what give the track its melancholic color against the key of G, and they'll feel unfamiliar at first. Your left hand stays in an octave bass pattern throughout, so lock that in first at around 80 BPM before adding the right hand. The trickiest moment is the transition from C into Bb or Bbmaj7, because your hand has to shift quickly down a half step; drill just that two-chord move on a loop until it feels automatic. Watch the Dsus4 as well — hold that fourth finger steady and resist resolving it early. At 120 BPM the groove should feel laid-back, not rushed, so lean slightly behind the beat rather than pushing ahead. Once these borrowed-chord shapes click here, you'll recognize them everywhere in modern pop and hip-hop writing.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Hotline Bling" 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 "Hotline Bling"?
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 "Hotline Bling" use?
Just 6 chords: Am, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Dm, Dsus4. Take it one section at a time.
What other Drake songs work for kids?
Try "FAKE LOVE", "FIND YOUR LOVE", "HOLD ON, WE'RE GOING HOME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.