Love Stinks

by J. Geils Band

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(C)You love her,

but (C)she loves him,

and (F5)he loves na some bod y else.

it is.

You (C)just can’t win.

And (C)so it goes (F5)’til the (C)day you die.

This (F5)thing they call love, it’s gon It’s (C)make you cry.

I’ve had the blues what an the reds and the pinks.

thinks.

(F5)One thing for sure is

(CN.C.)(Love stinks.) (G7)love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(C)Two by two

and (C)side by side,

and (F5)love’s gon na find you, y yes, it is.

You (C)just can’t hide.

You’ll (C)feel it call, (F5)’til your (C)heart will fall,

then (F5)love they will fly.

it’s gon It’s (C)gone; that’s all.

I don’t care blues what an y Ca sa no va thinks.

(F5)All I can say is

(CN.C.)(Love stinks.) (G7)love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(C)Shoo de bop.

(C)Shoo de bop.

(C)Shoo de bop.

(Am)Shoo, shoo.

(C)Shoo de bop.

(C)Shoo de bop.

(C)Shoo de bop.

(Am)Shoo, shoo.

I’ve been through dia monds, and I’ve been through minks, I’ve (F5)been through it all.

(CN.C.)(Love stinks.) (G7)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks,

(G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(G5)Love (C)stinks.

Love stinks, (G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

Love stinks, (G5)yeah.

(F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

Love stinks, (G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

I mean, it stinks.

Yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

Love stinks, (G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

Love stinks, (G5)yeah.

(F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

Love stinks, (G5)yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

I mean, it stinks.

Yeah, (F5)yeah.

(Love stinks.) (G5)Love (C)stinks.

Love Stinks by J. Geils Band — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Love Stinks” by J. Geils Band 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 92 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 Stinks" 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 Stinks"?
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 "Love Stinks" use?
Just 5 chords: Am, C, Fpow, G7, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other J. Geils Band songs work for kids?
Try "FREEZE-FRAME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.