Is "Loves Me Like A Rock" 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 "Loves Me Like A Rock"?

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 "Loves Me Like A Rock" use?

Just 7 chords: C, C7, D, Em, F, G, G7. Take it one section at a time.

What other Paul Simon songs work for kids?

Try "Still Crazy After All These Years", "KODACHROME", "ME AND JULIO DOWN BY THE SCHOOLYARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Loves Me Like A Rock

· by Paul Simon

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)When I was a lit tle boy, (When I was just a boy.) and the dev il would call my (C)name, (When I was just a boy.) I’d say, “Now (C7)who do,

who do you think you’re fool ing?” (When I was just a boy.) I’m a con se crat ed (C)boy.

(When I was just a boy.) I’m a sing er in the (C)Sun day choir.

Oh, my ma ma (G)loves me, she loves me.

She (G)get down on her knees and hug me like (G)she (C)loves me like a (G)rock.

She rocks me like the (F)rock of ag es, and loves me.

She love me, love me, love me, love me.

When (CN.C.)I was growin’ to be a (C)man, (Growin’ to be a man.) and the dev il would call my (C)name.

(Growin’ to be a man.) I’d say, “Now (C7)who do,

who do you think you’re fool ing?” (Growin’ to be a man.) I’m a con sum mat ed (C)man, (Growin’ to be a man.) I can snatch a lit tle pur

i ty.

My ma ma loves me, she loves me.

She (G)get down on her knees and hug me like (G)she (C)loves me like a (G)rock.

She rocks me like the (F)rock of ag es, and loves me.

She love me, love me, love me, love me.

And if I was the Pres i (C)dent, (Was the Pres i dent.) the min ute the Con gress call my (C)name.

(Was the Pres i dent.) I’d say, “Now (C7)who do,

who do you think you’re fool ing?” do you think you’re fool I’ve got the Pres i den tial (C)Seal, (Was the Pres i dent.) I’m up on the Pres i den tial (C)Po

di um.

My ma ma loves me, she loves me.

She (G)get down on her knees and hug me like (G)she (C)loves me like a (G)rock.

She rocks me like the (F)rock of ag es, and loves me.

She love me, love me, love me, love me.

(Love me like a rock.) She love me, love me, love me, love me.

(Love me like a love me.

Loves Me Like A Rock by Paul Simon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Loves Me Like A Rock” by Paul Simon 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 136 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 "Loves Me Like A Rock" 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 "Loves Me Like A Rock"?: 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 "Loves Me Like A Rock" use?: Just 7 chords: C, C7, D, Em, F, G, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Paul Simon songs work for kids?: Try "Still Crazy After All These Years", "KODACHROME", "ME AND JULIO DOWN BY THE SCHOOLYARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.