Incense And Peppermints

by Strawberry Alarm Clock

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Lyrics

(Em)Good sense, (A)in no cence (Em)crip pling man kind.

(Em)Dead kings, (A)man y things (Em)I can’t de fine.

(Em)Oc ca sions, (A)per sua sions (Em)clut ter your mind, (Em)in cense and (A)pep per mints, the (Em)col or of time.

(Em)Who (D#m)cares what (D)games we (A)choose, (Em)lit tle to (D#m)win, but (D)noth in’ to (A)lose.

(Em)In cense and (A)pep per mints, (Em)mean ing less nouns.

(Em)Turn on, tune (A)in, turn your (Em)eyes a round.

(D7)Look at your (G)self, (D7)look at your (G)self, (F#m)yeah, yeah!

(D7)Look at your (G)self, (D7)look at your (G)self, (F#m)Yeah, yeah, (A)yeah,

yeah!

(Em)To di vide the (A)cock eyed (Em)world in two, (Em)throw your pride to (A)one side, it’s the (Em)least you can do.

(Em)Beat niks in (A)pol i tics, (Em)noth ing is new.

A (Em)yard stick for (A)lu na tics, (Em)one point of view.

(Em)Who (D#m)cares what (D)games we (A)choose, (Em)lit tle to (D#m)win, but (D)noth in’ to (A)lose.

(Em)In (D#m)cense, (D)pep per (A)mints, (Em)in (D#m)cense, (D)pep per (A)mints.

Sha la (D)la,

sha la (E)la,

sha la (D)la,

sha la (E)la.

Sha la (D)la,

sha la (E)la,

sha la (D)la,

sha la (E)la.

Sha la (E)la.

Incense And Peppermints by Strawberry Alarm Clock — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Incense And Peppermints” by Strawberry Alarm Clock 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 133 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 "Incense And Peppermints" 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 "Incense And Peppermints"?
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 "Incense And Peppermints" use?
Just 11 chords: A, C, D, D#m, D7, E, Em, F#m, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.