My Beloved Monster

· by Eels

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Lyrics

My be (C)lov ed mon ster and me,

we go (C)ev ’ry where to (G)geth er.

Wear ing a (C)rain coat that (C)has four a sleeves

gets us through all kinds of (G)weath er.

She will al ways be the (C)on ly thing

that was be tween me and the (C)aw ful sting

that comes from liv ing in a (C)world that’s so damn (G)mean.

My be (C)lov ed mon ster is tough.

If she (C)wants, she will dis (G)robe you.

But if you (C)lay her down (C)has for a kiss,

her tle heart, it could ex (G)plode.

er.

She will al ways be the (C)on ly thing

that was be tween me and the (C)aw ful sting

that comes from liv ing in a (C)world that’s so damn (G)mean.

La, la, (C)la, la, la, la, la, la.

La, la, (C)la, la, la, (G)la.

My Beloved Monster by Eels — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Beloved Monster” by Eels 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 100 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 "My Beloved Monster" 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 "My Beloved Monster"?: 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 Eels songs work for kids?: Try "I Need Some Sleep", "I Need Some Sleep". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.