Material Girl

by Madonna

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(C7sus)Some boys kiss me, some boys hug me.

I think they’re O.

K.

If (C7sus)they don’t give me prop er cred it, I just walk a way.

(C7sus)They can beg and they can plead, but they can’t see the light, that’s right.

Ex (C7sus)’Cause the boy with the cold hard cash is al ways Mis ter Right.

’Cause ev ’Cause we are (F)liv ing in a ma ter i al (Am)world and I am a ma (G)ter i al girl.

You (G)know that we are (F)liv ing in a ma ter i al (Am)world and I am a ma (G)ter i al girl.

(C7sus)Some boys ro mance, some boys slow dance.

That’s all right with me.

If (C7sus)they can’t raise my in t’rest then I have to let them be.

(C7sus)Some boys try and some boys lie but I don’t let them play.

that’s right.

Ex (C7sus)On ly boys with who save their pen nies make my rain y day.

’Cause ev ’Cause they are (F)liv ing in a ma ter i al (Am)world and I am a ma (G)ter i al girl.

You (G)know that we are (F)liv ing in a ma ter i al (Am)world and I am a ma (G)ter i al girl.

(C7sus)Liv ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(Ma ter i (Bb)al.) ing in a ma (Am)ter i al world.

(C7sus)Liv ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(Ma ter i (G7sus)al.) ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

A ma ter i al, a ma ter i al, a ma ter i al, a ma ter i al (C7sus)Liv ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(Ma ter i (Bb)al.) ing in a ma (Am)ter i al world.

(C7sus)Liv ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(Ma ter i (G7sus)al.) ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(C7sus)Liv ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(Ma ter i (Bb)al.) ing in a ma (Am)ter i al world.

(C7sus)Liv ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(Ma ter i (G7sus)al.) ing in a ma (C)ter i al world.

(C)ter i al world.

Material Girl by Madonna — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Material Girl by Madonna 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 130 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Material Girl" 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 "Material Girl"?
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 "Material Girl" use?
Just 7 chords: Am, Bb, C, C7, F, G, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Madonna songs work for kids?
Try "MORE", "CHERISH", "CRAZY FOR YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.