Is "Kiss On My List" 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 "Kiss On My List"?

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 "Kiss On My List" use?

Just 19 chords: Ab, Am, Bb, C, Cm7, Cmaj7, Dm7, Eb, +11 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Hall & Oates songs work for kids?

Try "SHE'S GONE", "YOU'VE LOST THAT LOVIN' FEELIN'", "ONE ON ONE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Kiss On My List

· by Hall & Oates

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Lyrics

My (Cm7)friends won der why I call you all the time; to What can I say?

Did the (Ab)I don’t feel the need to give such it se crets a way.

You (Cm7)think may be I need I’m help; ing, I No, I know I’m I right,

all right.

I’m (Ab)just bet ter off re gret (Ab)lis ten ing to friends’ n’t ad vice.

But When they in (Fm7)sist on know ing my bliss,

I’ll I tell you this.

When they want to (Fm7)know what the rea son is,

I on ly (Fm7)smile when I lie, then I (F)tell them why: Be cause your (C)kiss, your (G)kiss is (F)on my (G)list, be cause (Cm7)your kiss, your (Bb)kiss is (Cm7)on my list, be cause your (F)kiss is (F)on my list of the best things in life.

Be cause your (C)kiss, your kiss is (F)on (G)my list, be cause (Cm7)your kiss, your (Bb)kiss I (Cm7)can’t re sist be cause your (F)kiss, is (F)what I miss when I turn out the light.

I go (Cm7)cra zy der won der ing what all there is to real ly see.

say?

Did the (Ab)night just take up your time give ’cause it means more to me?

Some (Cm7)times I for get what I’m do ing, I don’t for get what I want,

I want.

Re (Ab)gret what I’ve done, re gret (Ab)you?

ten ing I could n’t go on.

But if you in (Fm7)sist on know ing my bliss,

I’ll tell tell you this.

If you want to (Fm7)know what the rea son is,

I’ll on ly (Fm7)smile when I lie, then I’ll (F)tell you why: Be cause your (C)kiss, your (G)kiss is (F)on my (G)list, be cause (Cm7)your kiss, your (Bb)kiss is (Cm7)on my list, be cause your (F)kiss is (F)on my list of the best things in life.

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Kiss On My List by Hall & Oates — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Kiss On My List” by Hall & Oates 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 120 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 "Kiss On My List" 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 "Kiss On My List"?: 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 "Kiss On My List" use?: Just 19 chords: Ab, Am, Bb, C, Cm7, Cmaj7, Dm7, Eb, +11 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Hall & Oates songs work for kids?: Try "SHE'S GONE", "YOU'VE LOST THAT LOVIN' FEELIN'", "ONE ON ONE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.