Is "Losing Sleep" 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 "Losing Sleep"?

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 John Newman songs work for kids?

Try "Love Me Again", "Cheating", "Come And Get It". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Losing Sleep

· by John Newman

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Lyrics

It’s (Ab)three a.

m., I’m call ing in to tell you that with out (Bb)you (Cm)here

I’m los ing (Bb)sleep.

I’m los (Cm7)ing (Ab)sleep.

There’s a (Ab)sound a round this lone ly house that’s leav ing me what’s filled (Bb)with (Cm)fear.

I’m los ing (Bb)sleep.

I’m los (Cm7)ing (Ab)sleep.

And (Bb)I

know what it’s (Ab)like

to be a (Bb)child

scared of the (Ab)night.

Please don’t stop (Ab)lov ing me, (Bb)lov ing me.

(Cm)Ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh.

(Bb)Want ing me, (Cm)want ing me like you (Ab)do.

Please don’t stop (Ab)car ing now, (Bb)car ing now.

(Cm)Ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh.

(Bb)Car ing now, (Cm)car ing now like you (Ab)do.

I (Ab)know you had to work out there.

It’s for the best but can’t (Bb)you (Cm)see?

I’m los ing (Bb)sleep.

I’m los (Cm7)ing (Ab)sleep.

There’s Re (Ab)mem ber tell ing you to go.

You’ve al ways done what’s good (Bb)for (Cm)me.

I’m los ing (Bb)sleep.

I’m los (Cm7)ing (Ab)sleep.

And (Bb)I

know what it’s (Ab)like

to be a (Bb)child

scared of the (Ab)night.

Please don’t stop (Ab)lov ing me, (Bb)lov ing me.

(Cm)Ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh.

(Bb)Want ing me, (Cm)want ing me like you (Ab)do.

Please don’t stop (Ab)car ing now, (Bb)car ing now.

(Cm)Ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh.

(Bb)Car ing now, (Cm)car ing now like you (Ab)do.

(Ab)Run ning from the dark but I just can’t hide.

(Cm)Dread ing sun down, yeah, I’m dread ing the night.

I (Bb)need you back here ’cause it feels so wrong.

Oh, please don’t stop

Please don’t stop (Ab)lov ing me, (Bb)lov ing me.

(Cm)Ooh, ooh, ooh.

Ooh, ooh, ooh.

(Bb)Want ing me, (Cm)want ing me like you (Ab)do.

It’s (Ab)three a.

m., I’m call ing in to tell you that with out (Bb)you (Cm)here

I’m los ing (Bb)sleep.

I’m los (Cm7)ing (Ab)sleep.

Losing Sleep by John Newman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Losing Sleep” by John Newman 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 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 "Losing Sleep" 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 "Losing Sleep"?: 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 John Newman songs work for kids?: Try "Love Me Again", "Cheating", "Come And Get It". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.