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.

How many chords does "King Of Pain" use?

Just 17 chords: A, Apow, Bm, Bpow, C#m, C#sus4, D, D9, +9 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other The Police songs work for kids?

Try "ROXANNE", "EVERY LITTLE THING SHE DOES IS MAGIC", "MURDER BY NUMBERS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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King Of Pain

· by The Police

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Lyrics

There’s a (Bm)lit tle black (A)spot on the sun to day

It’s the (G)same old thing as yes ter day

There’s a (Bm)black hat caught in the high tree (A)top

There’s a (G)flag pole rag and the wind won’t stop

I have (A)stood here be fore in side the (D)pour ing (G)rain with the (A)world turn ing cir cles run ning (D)’round my (G)brain.

I guess (A)I’m al ways hop in’ that you’ll (D)end this (G)reign but it’s (A)my des ti ny to be the (D)king of (G)pain.

There’s a (Bm)lit tle black spot on the sun to day

that’s my soul up there

It’s the (A)same old thing fro as in yes wat ter day

(F#m)that’s my soul up there

There’s a (Bm)black hat caught in a high tree top that’s my soul up there

There’s a (A)flag pole rag trapped and the wind won’t stop

(F#m)that’s my soul up there

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

I guess (D)I’m al ways hop ing that you’ll end this (G)reign but it’s (D)my des ti ny to be the king of (G)pain.

There’s a (Bm)fos sil that’s trapped in a high cliff wall

that’s my soul up there

There’s a (A)dead sal mon fro zen in a wat er fall

(F#m)that’s my soul up there

There’s a (Bm)blue whale beached by a spring tide’s ebb that’s my soul up there

There’s a (A)but ter fly trapped in a spi der’s web

(F#m)that’s my soul up there

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

I guess (D)I’m al ways hop ing that you’ll end this (G)reign but it’s (D)my des ti ny to be the king of (G)pain.

There’s a king of (G)pain.

There’s a king on a throne with his eyes torn out There’s a blind man look ing for a (G)shad ow of doubt; There’s a rich man sleep ing on a (G)gold en bed There’s a ske le ton chok ing on a (D)crust of (Bm)bread.

There’s a (Bm)red fox torn by a hunts men’s pack

that’s my soul up there

There’s a (A)black winged gull with a bro ken back (F#m)that’s my soul up there

There’s a (F#m7)lit tle black (Fmaj7)spot on the sun to (Eb)day It’s the (F#m7)same old thing as yes ter day

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

I guess (D)I’m al ways hop ing that you’ll end this (G)reign but it’s (D)my des ti ny to be the king of (G)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 D at 120 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.
How many chords does "King Of Pain" use?: Just 17 chords: A, Apow, Bm, Bpow, C#m, C#sus4, D, D9, +9 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Police songs work for kids?: Try "ROXANNE", "EVERY LITTLE THING SHE DOES IS MAGIC", "MURDER BY NUMBERS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.