Jessie's Girl

by Rick Springfield

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Jes (D)long sie (A)is a (Bm)friend;

yeah, I know seem he’s (A)been a (Bm)good friend of (G)mine.

You know, But late ly some (A)thing’s changed; (Bm)y it ain’t (G)hard to de fine: Jes sie’s na got him self (A)a girl and I (G)wan na make (A)her mine.

(D)moot.

And she’s watch in’ (A)him with (Bm)those eyes,

and she’s lov in’ him (A)with that bod y, (G)I just (A)know it!

(Yeah) and he’s hold in’ (A)her in (Bm)his arms late, late (A)at night.

You know I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

Where (A)can I (D)find a wom an like (A)that?

I’ll play a (D)long with (A)the cha (Bm)rade;

there does n’t seem to (A)be a (Bm)rea son to (G)change.

You know, I feel ly so (A)thing’s dirt (Bm)y when they (G)start talk in’ cute; I sie’s na tell her that (A)I love her, but (G)the point is (A)prob ’ly (D)moot.

’Cause she’s watch in’ (A)him with (Bm)those eyes,

and she’s lov in’ him (A)with that bod y, (G)I just (A)know it!

(Yeah) and he’s hold in’ (A)her in (Bm)his arms late, late (A)at night.

You know I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

Where (A)can I (D)find a wom an like (A)that?

I’ll play a wom an like (A)that?

Like (D)Jes sie’s girl,

I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

Where (A)can I (D)find a (G)wom an...

Where (A)can I (D)find a wom an like (A)that?

And I (D)look in the (A)mir ror all the time

won d’rin’ (D)what she don’t (A)see

in me.

Yeah, act in’ (D)fun ny and (A)cool

with the lines, ain’t that the (D)way that’s sup (A)posed

to be?

Tell me where (A)can I (D)find a

wom an like (A)that?

You know I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

I want (D)Jes sie’s girl.

Where (A)can I (D)find a wom an like (A)that?

Like (D)Jes sie’s girl.

I wish that I had (D)Jes sie’s girl.

I want (D)Jes sie’s girl.

Where (A)can I (D)find a wom an like (A)that?

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Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Jessie's Girl” by Rick Springfield 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 D at 134 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 "Jessie's Girl" 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 "Jessie's Girl"?
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 "Jessie's Girl" use?
Just 5 chords: A, Bm, C, D, G. Take it one section at a time.