King Of Pain

by The Police

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Lyrics

There’s a (Am)lit tle black (G)spot on the sun to (G)day;

(G)it’s the (F)same old (G)thing as yes ter (G)day.

There’s a (Am)black hat (G)caught in the high tree (G)top;

(G)there’s a (F)flag pole (G)rag and the wind won’t (G)stop.

I have (C)stood here be (Dm)fore in side the (Em)pour ing (F)rain with the (C)world turn ing (Dm)cir cles run ning (Em)’round my (F)brain.

I guess (C)I’m al ways (Dm)hop in’ that you’ll (Em)end this (F)reign, but it’s (C)my des tin (Dm)y to be the (Em)king of (F)pain.

There’s a (Am)fos sil that’s (G)trapped in a high cliff wall,

(Am)that’s my soul up there.

(G)There’s a (G)dead sal mon (G)fro zen in a (F)wa ter fall,

(Em)that’s my soul up there.

There’s a (Am)blue whale beached by a spring tide’s (G)ebb, (Am)that’s my soul up there.

There’s a (Am)but ter fly (G)trapped in a spi der’s web,

(Bm)that’s my soul up there.

I have (C)stood here be (Dm)fore in side the (Em)pour ing (F)rain with the (C)world turn ing (Dm)cir cles run ning (Em)’round my (F)brain.

I guess (C)I’m al ways (Dm)hop in’ that you’ll (Em)end this (F)reign, but it’s (C)my des tin (Dm)y to be the (Em)king of (F)pain.

There’s a king on a throne with his (F)eyes torn (G)out; there’s a blind man look ing for a (F)shad ow of (G)doubt.

There’s a rich man sleep ing on a (F)gold en (G)bed; there’s a skel e ton chok ing on a (F)crust (G)of (Am)bread.

There’s a (Am)red fox (G)torn by a hunts man’s (G)pack, (Am)that’s my (G)soul up there.

(G)There’s a (F)black winged (G)gull with a bro ken (G)back,

(Bm)that’s my soul up there.

There’s a (Em7)lit tle black (Ebmaj7)spot on the sun to (Db)day; it’s the (Em7)same old (Ebmaj7)thing as yes ter (C9)day.

I have (C)stood here be (Dm)fore in side the (Em)pour ing (F)rain with the (C)world turn ing (Dm)cir cles run ning (Em)’round my (F)brain.

I guess (C)I’m al ways (Dm)hop in’ that you’ll (Em)end this (F)reign, but it’s (C)my des tin (Dm)y to be the (Em)king of (F)pain.

King of pain.

King of pain.

King Of Pain by The Police — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “King Of Pain” by The Police 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 A at 110 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 "King Of Pain" 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 "King Of Pain"?
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.
What other The Police songs work for kids?
Try "ROXANNE", "EVERY LITTLE THING SHE DOES IS MAGIC", "KING OF PAIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.