Is "I'm So Sorry" 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'm So Sorry"?

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'm So Sorry" use?

Just 13 chords: Apow, Bb6, Bbmaj7, C, C6, Cmaj7, Cpow, Csus2, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?

Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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I'm So Sorry

· by Imagine Dragons

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Lyrics

A bout time for (C5)an (A5)y one (G5)tell (F5)ing you (D5)off for all (C5)your (D5)deeds.

I No sign the (C5)roar (A5)ing (G5)thun (F5)der (D5)stopped in cold (C5)to (D5)read.

(G5)(No (F5)time.) I did mine, and (C5)make (A5)no ex (G5)cus (F5)es: (D5)waste of pre cious (D5)breath.

(G5)(No (F5)time.) The sun shines, when (C5)ev (A5)’ry one, (G5)ev (F5)’ry one (CN.C.)love your self to death.

So you got ta fire (D7)up, you got ta let go.

You’ll nev er be loved ’til you made your own.

You got ta face up; you got ta get yours.

You’ll nev er know the top ’til you get too (CN.C.)low.

Well, son of a step fa ther.

Well, son of a,...

I’m so sor ry.

Well, son of a step fa ther.

Well, son of a...

And I’m so sor ry.

A No lies, and (C5)no (A5)y de (G5)ceiv (F5)ing ing (D5)man is what (C5)he (D5)loves.

I keep try ing (C5)to (A5)con (G5)ceive (F5)that (D5)death is from (C5)a (D5)bove.

(G5)(No (F5)time.) I did mine, and (C5)make (A5)no ex (G5)cus (F5)es: (D5)waste of pre cious (D5)breath.

(G5)(No (F5)time.) The sun shines, when (C5)ev (A5)’ry one, (G5)ev (F5)’ry one (CN.C.)love your self to death.

So you got ta fire (D7)up, you got ta let go.

You’ll nev er be loved ’til you made your own.

You got ta face up; you got ta get yours.

You’ll nev er know the top ’til you get too (CN.C.)low.

Well, son of a step fa ther.

Well, son of a,...

I’m so sor ry.

Well, son of a step fa ther.

Well, son of a...

And I’m so sor ry.

Life is n’t al ways what (Bb6)you (Cmaj7)think it’d be.

Turn your head for one sec ond, (Bb6)and the (Cmaj7)ta bles turn,

yeah.

And I know, I know (Bb6)that I (Cmaj7)did you wrong.

Will you trust me when I say (Bb6)that I’ll (Cmaj7)make it up to you

some (C6)how,

some (Bb6)how.

So you got ta fire

And I’m so sor ry.

And (D7)I’m so sor ry.

Well, son of a...

I'm So Sorry by Imagine Dragons — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'm So Sorry” by Imagine Dragons 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 144 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 "I'm So Sorry" 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'm So Sorry"?: 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'm So Sorry" use?: Just 13 chords: Apow, Bb6, Bbmaj7, C, C6, Cmaj7, Cpow, Csus2, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?: Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.