Love On The Rocks

by Sara Bareilles

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Lyrics

We met on a rain y eve ning in the (Cm7)sum mer time.

Don’t think I (Bb6)need to tell you more.

I need ed a raise; I worked so hard for this love of mine, love of mine.

Still I got (Bb6)noth ing to show

for it.

Here’s a sim pli fi ca tion of ev ’ry thing we’re (Cm7)go ing through.

(Bbmaj7)You plus (Bb6)me is bad news,

but you’re a love ly cre a tion; I like to think that (Cm7)I am, too.

But my friends said I look bet ter with out you, yeah.

I’m tongue (Eb)tied and twist ed.

Go (Eb)on, ba by, and (F)go to my head.

(Bbmaj7)Babe (ba by), ba by, be (Ebmaj7)lieve me.

If I stay,

it ain’t gon na be (Eb)eas y.

(Eb)O kay, we’ll do it your way (ay, ay).

But this is the (Ebmaj7)last time

you’ll hear the (F)beau ti ful sound

of (Bb)love com ing (Eb69)down.

Love on the (Bbmaj7)rocks.

You love the chase but hate me for the (Cm7)run a round.

And we both just (Bb6)tired of the whole thing.

(Bbmaj7)Oh, and you tell me what you (Bb6)want, you need, you (Cm7)know you have to have.

And I just pre tend I’m (Cm7)lis t’ning.

I’m too (Eb)tired this time

to deal with old suits you wear; your (F)ties that won’t bind.

Hot as hell, cold as ice.

Sip it slow ’cause it’s so nice.

Dulls my sens es, drives (Ebmaj7)my pain, but I do it a gain.

Burns a bit to the touch; dan ger ous if it’s too much.

If (Bb)this bot tle could talk…

Love on the rocks.

(Bbmaj7)Babe (ba by), ba by, be (Ebmaj7)lieve me.

If I stay, it ain’t gon na be (Eb6)eas y.

O kay.

Ba by, ba by, ba by, ba by, you be (Ebmaj7)lieve me.

You’ll hear the (F)beau ti ful sound

of (Eb)love com ing down.

Love On The Rocks by Sara Bareilles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Love On The Rocks by Sara Bareilles 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 Eb at 160 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 "Love On The Rocks" 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 "Love On The Rocks"?
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 Sara Bareilles songs work for kids?
Try "Vegas", "Hold My Heart", "1000 TIMES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.