Listen Before I Go

by Billie Eilish

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Lyrics

(F)Take me to the roof top.

I (E)wan na see the world when I stop (A)breath ing,

turn ing blue.

(F)Tell me love is end less.

(E)Don’t be so pre ten tious.

(A)Leave me

like you do.

If you (F)need

me,

wan na (E)see me,

bet er (A)hur ry,

’cause I’m leav ing soon.

(F)Sor

ry can’t save me now.

(A)Sor

ry I don’t know how.

(F)Sor

ry there’s no way out

but down,

mm, down.

(F)Taste

me, the salt y tears on (E)my

cheek.

That’s what a year long (A)head

ache

does to you.

I’m (F)not o kay,

feel so scat tered.

(E)Don’t

say I’m all that mat ters.

(A)Leave me.

Dé jà vu.

Hmm.

If you

(D)Call my friends and tell them that I (G)love them

and I’ll (C)miss them,

but I’m not (F)sor ry.

(D)Call my friends and tell them

love them

and I’ll (C)miss them.

(F)Sor ry.

Listen Before I Go by Billie Eilish — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Listen Before I Go” by Billie Eilish 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 100 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 "Listen Before I Go" 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 "Listen Before I Go"?
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 Billie Eilish songs work for kids?
Try "COPYCAT", "OCEAN EYES", "WISH YOU WERE GAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.