Little Shop Of Horrors

by Alan Menken

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(G)Lit tle shop, lit tle shop a (D)hor rors.

(G)Lit tle shop, lit tle shop a (D)ter ror.

(G)Call a cop!

Lit tle shop a (D)hor rors.

(G)No, (Cm)oh, oh, no, (G)oh!

(G)Lit tle shop, lit tle shop a (D)hor rors.

(G)Bop, sh’ bop, lit tle shop a (D)ter ror.

(G)Watch ’em drop.

Lit tle shop a (D)hor rors.

(G)No, (Cm)oh, oh, no, (G)oh!

Shing a ling, what a creep y thing to be (G)hap pen ing.

Look out!

Look out!

Shang a lang, feel the sturm and drang in the (G)air.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

Sha la la, stop right where you are.

Don’t cha (G)move a thing.

You bet ter, you bet ter, tell in’ you, you bet ter tell your ma ma some thing’s gon na get her.

She bet ter, ev ’ry bod y bet ter be ware!

Com a, com a, com a, (G)No, (Am)oh, oh, (G)no, (Cm)oh, oh, (G)no, (Cm)oh, oh, (G)no!

Little Shop Of Horrors by Alan Menken — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Little Shop Of Horrors” by Alan Menken 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 G 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 "Little Shop Of Horrors" 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 "Little Shop Of Horrors"?
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 Alan Menken songs work for kids?
Try "A GUY LIKE YOU", "I SEE THE LIGHT", "ARABIAN NIGHTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.