Is "Lions, Tigers & Bears" 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 "Lions, Tigers & Bears"?

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 "Lions, Tigers & Bears" use?

Just 9 chords: Abmaj7, Am, Bb, C, D, D7, Db, Eb, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Jazmine Sullivan songs work for kids?

Try "IN LOVE WITH ANOTHER MAN", "BUST YOUR WINDOWS", "Bust Your Windows". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Lions, Tigers & Bears

· by Jazmine Sullivan

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Lyrics

I’m not scared of li ons and ti gers and (C)bears

but I’m (Am)scared of (Bb)lov ing (Gm7)you.

I’m not scared to per form at a sold out af (C)fair

but I’m (Am)scared of (Bb)lov ing.

Am (Gm7)I the on ly one who thinks it’s an im pos si ble task?

(C)Why it don’t last, is that (Am)too much to (Bb)ask?

(Gm7)Why do we love love

when love seems to (C)hate us.

(Am)ahh, (Bb)ahh?

(Gm7)Sor ry if I sound so filled with gloom.

(Bb)You say you care thing and I know you do.

(Gm7)But this is from my ex per i ence (C)and my con clu sion (Am)on ly makes (Bb)sense.

(Gm7)Just ’cause I love you and you love me, (C)it does n’t meant that (Am)we’re meant to (Bb)be.

(Gm7)I can climb moun tains, swim ’cross the seas (C)but the most fright n’ing (Am)thing is (Bb)you and (Gm7)me.

I’m not scared of li ons and ti gers and (C)bears

but I’m (Am)scared of (Bb)lov ing (Gm7)you.

I’m not scared to per form at a sold out af (C)fair

but I’m (Am)scared of (Bb)lov ing.

Am (Gm7)I the on ly one who thinks it’s an im pos si ble task?

(C)Why it don’t last, is that (Am)too much to (Bb)ask?

(Gm7)Why do we love love

when love seems to (C)hate us.

(Am)ahh, (Bb)ahh?

(Gm7)Most cir cum stanc es, I know my fate (Bb)but in this love thing I don’t get the game.

(Gm7)Why does it feel like those who give in, (C)they on ly wind up (Am)los ing a (Bb)friend?

(Gm7)Just ’cause I love you and you love me, (C)it does n’t meant that (Am)we’ll ev er (Bb)be.

(Gm7)Fly ’cross the o cean, sing for the queen (C)but the most fright n’ing (Am)thing is (Bb)you and (Gm7)me.

I’m not scared of li ons and ti gers and (Gm7)me.

I’m not scared of li ons and ti gers and (C)bears

but I’m (Am)scared of (Bb)lov ing (Gm7)you.

I’m not scared to per form at a sold out af (C)fair

but I’m (Am)scared of (Bb)lov ing.

Am (Gm7)I the on ly one who thinks it’s an im pos si ble task?

(C)Why it don’t last, is that (Am)too much to (Bb)ask?

(Gm7)Why do we love love

when love seems to (C)hate us,

(Am)ahh, (Bb)ahh?

I’m not (Gm7)sure though, I’m not sure

but if (Am)we nev er try we’ll nev (Bb)er know.

It’s bet (Eb)ter to have loved then not to love at all.

Not (D7sus)try ing is worse than to (D7)stum ble and fall.

And if we do,

I’d rath er it be (Gm7)with you.

’Cause at (Abmaj7)least there will be

sweet mem o (C)ries.

(Db)Oh, (D)I’m not (Gm7)scared.

I’m not scared of li ons and ti gers and

Lions, Tigers & Bears by Jazmine Sullivan — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lions, Tigers & Bears” by Jazmine Sullivan 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 C at 93 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 "Lions, Tigers & Bears" 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 "Lions, Tigers & Bears"?: 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 "Lions, Tigers & Bears" use?: Just 9 chords: Abmaj7, Am, Bb, C, D, D7, Db, Eb, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jazmine Sullivan songs work for kids?: Try "IN LOVE WITH ANOTHER MAN", "BUST YOUR WINDOWS", "Bust Your Windows". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.