Is "Judas" 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 "Judas"?

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 "Judas" use?

Just 8 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bb, C, Cm, Cpow, Eb, Fm. Take it one section at a time.

What other Lady Gaga songs work for kids?

Try "DO WHAT U WANT", "AMERICANO", "YOÜ AND I". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Judas

· by Lady Gaga

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Lyrics

(Ab)Whoa,

I’m in love with (Cm)Ju das, Ju das.

(Ab)Whoa,

I’m in love with (Cm)Ju das, Ju das.

(CN.C.)Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

Ju das, Ga ga.

(C5)Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

(Ab)Ju das, Ga ga.

I (Cm)When he calls to me, I am read y.

I’ll wash his feet with my hair if he needs.

For give him when his tongue lies through his brain.

E ven af ter three times he be trays (Ab)me.

(Ab)Ah ah ah, ah ah oh.

(Fm)Ah ah ah, ah ah oh.

I’ll (Cm)bring him down, bring him (Bb)down, down.

(Ab)Ah ah ah, ah ah oh.

(Fm)Ah ah ah, ah ah oh.

with (Cm)no crown, king with (Bb)no crown.

I’m (Ab)just a ho ly fool, oh, ba by, it’s so cruel, but I’m (Eb)still in love with Ju das, ba by.

(Ab)Whoa,

I’m in love with (Cm)Ju das, Ju das.

(Ab)Whoa,

I’m in love with (Cm)Ju das, Ju das.

(C5)Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

(Ab)Ju das, Ga ga.

I (Cm)could n’t love a man so pu re ly.

E ven proph ets for gave his goof y way.

For I’ve learned love is like a brick, you can

E build a house or sink a dead bod (Ab)y.

(Ab)Ah ah ah, ah ah oh.

(Fm)Ah ah ah, ah ah oh.

I’ll (Cm)bring him down, bring him (Bb)down, down.

(Ab)Ah ah ah, ah ah oh.

(Fm)Ah ah ah, ah A king with (Cm)no crown, king with (Bb)no crown.

I’m (Ab)just a ho ly fool, oh, ba by, it’s so cruel, but I’m (Eb)still in love with Ju das, ba by.

(Ab)Whoa,

I’m in love with (Cm)Ju das, Ju das.

(Ab)Whoa,

I’m in love with (Cm)Ju das, Ju das.

das.

Ew.

In the most bib li cal sense, I am be yond re pent ance.

Fame, hook er, pros ti tute, wench vom its her mind.

But in the cul tur al sense, I just speak in fu ture tense.

Ju das, kiss me if of fenced, or wear ear con dom next time.

(Ab)I

want to (Fm)love you

but (Cm)some thing’s pull ing me a way from you.

(Ab)Je sus is my vir tue

and (Cm)Ju das is the de mon I cling to,

I (CN.C.)cling to.

das.

(C5)Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

Ju das, Ju da ah ah.

(Ab)Ju das, (Ab)Ga ga.

Judas by Lady Gaga — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Judas” by Lady Gaga 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 Ab at 130 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement pushes you through eight chord shapes at a brisk 130 BPM, so your left hand needs to lock in those block-bass patterns until they feel automatic — start hands-separate at around 90 BPM and only bump the tempo once each transition feels effortless. Pay special attention to the moves between Fm and Bb, and between C minor and C power chord; that shift from a minor triad to a open-fifth power shape can trip you up mid-phrase if you haven't drilled the finger reset. Your right hand carries a driving, syncopated melody that likes to land just ahead of the beat — resist the urge to square it off, because that push is what gives the song its dramatic energy. Loop the chorus section repeatedly before connecting it to the verses, since the chord rhythm doubles up there and your hands need to agree on the pulse. Once this clicks, you'll have genuinely solid command of moving between minor and major shapes in A-flat, which pays off in a huge number of pop songs down the road.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Judas" 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 "Judas"?: 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 "Judas" use?: Just 8 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bb, C, Cm, Cpow, Eb, Fm. Take it one section at a time.
What other Lady Gaga songs work for kids?: Try "DO WHAT U WANT", "AMERICANO", "YOÜ AND I". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.