Killer Queen

by Queen

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She keeps (Cm)Mo et and Chan don she (Bb)in her pret ty cab i net.

(Cm)“Let them con eat cake,” she says, (Bb)just like Ma rie (Eb)An toi nette.

A (Bb)built a in from rem e dy for (Ab)Khru shchev Gei and Ken ne dy, and (Eb)an y time an ci in vi ta tion you’re (Bb11)you can de cline.

Per fume came (Cm)Cav i ar and cig a rettes, for (Eb)well versed could in et i quette, ex (D7)tr’or di nar i ly (Gm)nice.

(F7)She’s a (Bb)kill er (Dm)queen, (Gm)gun pow der, (Dm)gel a tine, (Gm)dy na mite with a (A7)la ser (Dm)beam, (G7)guar an teed to blow your (C)mind,

an y time, ooh.

(A7)Rec om mend ed (Dm)at the price, in (G7)sa tia ble an (Cm)ap pe tite,

wan na try.

To a (Cm)void com pli ca tions, she (Bb)nev er kept the same ad dress, (Cm)“Let in con ver sa tion she (Bb)spoke just like a (Eb)bar on ess.

A (Bb)Met a man from Chi na, dy went (Ab)down to Gei sha Mi ne nah, and (Eb)then a gain in ci den tal ly if you’re (Bb11)that way in clined.

Per fume came (Cm)nat ’ral ly from Par a is, for (Eb)cars she could n’t care i less, fas (D7)tid ious and pre ly (Gm)cise.

(F7)She’s a (Bb)kill er (Dm)queen, (Gm)gun pow der, (Dm)gel a tine, (Gm)dy na mite with a (A7)la ser (Dm)beam, (G7)guar an teed to blow your (C)mind,

an y time, ooh.

(A7)Rec om mend ed (Dm)at the price, in (G7)sa tia ble an (Cm)ap pe tite,

wan na try.

To a

Drop of a (G7)hat she’s as (Cm)will ing as (G7)play ful as a (Cm)pus sy cat, then (Bb)mo men tar i ly (Eb)out of ac tion, (Bb)tem po rar i ly (Eb)out of gas; to (D7)ab so lute ly (Gm)drive (F)you (Bb)wild,

(F)wild.

(She’s out to get you.) She’s a (A7)Rec om mend ed (Dm)at the price, in (G7)sa tia ble an (Cm)ap pe tite,

what a drag.

Killer Queen by Queen — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Killer Queen by Queen 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 115 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a fantastic workout for your chord vocabulary — twenty distinct chords in the key of F means your hands will navigate chromatic shifts you won't find in simpler pop songs. Pay special attention to the major-to-minor pivots like Bb to Bbm and Ab to Abm; those single-note changes in the chord shape are easy to miss at 115 BPM if you haven't drilled them slowly first. Your left hand plays a block bass pattern, so keep it steady and confident — it's the anchor while your right hand handles the melodic rhythm, which leans into light syncopation in the verses. I'd suggest learning hands separately, then looping the verse and chorus transitions at around 70 BPM before bringing it up to tempo. The trickiest stumbling point is usually the quick walk through Cm7–D7–Gm — isolate those three bars until they feel automatic. This is the piece that will genuinely build your comfort with chromatic chord movement, a skill that unlocks so much of the rock and jazz-inflected repertoire ahead of you.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Killer Queen" 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 "Killer Queen"?
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 "Killer Queen" use?
Just 20 chords: A, A7, Ab, Abm, Bb, Bb7, Bbdom, Bbm, +12 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Queen songs work for kids?
Try "BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY", "BICYCLE RACE", "SOMEBODY TO LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.