I Believe In A Thing Called Love

by The Darkness

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Lyrics

I Can’t ex plain you all the (E)feel ings that you’re mak ing me ’ry feel.

My heart’s in o (A)ver drive (B)and you’re be hind the steer ing (E)wheel.

Touch ing you,

touch ing me.

Touch ing you, God, you’re (F#7)touch ing me.

I be lieve (A)in a thing called love, just lis ten (B)to the rhy thm of my heart.

There’s a chance (A)we could make it now, we’ll be rock ing (B)’til the sun goes down.

I be lieve (A)in a thing called (F#m7)love,

(C#m)ooh.

I want to kiss you ev ’ry (E)min ute, ev ’ry ho ur, me ’ry day.

You got me in (A)a spin (B)but ev ’ry thing is A o (E)kay.

Touch ing you,

touch ing me.

Touch ing you, God, you’re (F#7)touch ing me.

I be lieve (A)in a thing called love, just lis ten (B)to the rhy thm of my heart.

There’s a chance (A)we could make it now, we’ll be rock ing (B)’til the sun goes down.

I be lieve (A)in a thing called (F#m7)love,

(C#m)ooh.

Gui tar!

Touch ing you,

touch ing me.

Touch ing you, God, you’re (F#7)touch ing me.

Oh.

I be lieve in a thing called love, just lis ten to the (B)rhy thm of my heart.

There’s a chance we could make it now, we’ll be rock ing ’til the (B)sun goes down.

I be lieve in a (A)thing called love.

(C#m)Oh.

I Believe In A Thing Called Love by The Darkness — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Believe In A Thing Called Love” by The Darkness 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 E at 128 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 "I Believe In A Thing Called Love" 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 "I Believe In A Thing Called Love"?
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 "I Believe In A Thing Called Love" use?
Just 13 chords: A, Apow, B, Bpow, C, C#m, D, E, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Darkness songs work for kids?
Try "Christmas Time (Don't Let The Bells End)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.