I Can't Go For That

by Hall & Oates

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Eas y, read y, will ing o ver (F)time.

Where does it stop?

Where do you dare me to (Ab)draw the (Bb)line?

You got the bod y, now you want my soul.

Don’t e ven think a bout bout it, it, say no go.

And (C)I’ll,

I’ll do an y (C7)thing

that you want me (Fmaj7)to.

And (C)I’ll

do al most an y (C7)thing

that you want me (Fmaj7)to.

Yeah, but (Fm9)I can’t go for that, no,

(Cm11)no can do, I can’t go for that, no,

no (Cm11)can do.

I can’t go for that, no,

(Cm11)no can do.

I can’t go for that, can’t go for that, can’t go for that, can’t go for that.

I can’t go for be ing twice as (F)nice,

I can’t go stop?

for just re peat ing the (Ab)same old (Bb)lines.

Use got the bod y, now you want my soul.

Ooh, e for get a bout bout it, it, say no go.

And (C)I’ll,

I’ll do an y (C7)thing

that you want me (Fmaj7)to.

And (C)I’ll

do al most an y (C7)thing

that you want me (Fmaj7)to.

Yeah, but (Fm9)I can’t go for that, no,

(Cm11)no can do, I can’t go for that, no,

no (Cm11)can do.

I can’t go for that, no,

(Cm11)no can do.

I can’t go for that, can’t go for that, can’t go for that, can’t go for that.

can’t go for that, can’t go for that.

can’t go for that, can’t go for that.

I Can't Go For That by Hall & Oates — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Can't Go For That” by Hall & Oates 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 F at 100 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 Can't Go For That" 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 Can't Go For That"?
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 Can't Go For That" use?
Just 11 chords: Ab, Bb, C, C7, Cm7, Cmaj7, Cmin, F, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Hall & Oates songs work for kids?
Try "SHE'S GONE", "YOU'VE LOST THAT LOVIN' FEELIN'", "ONE ON ONE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.