Name

by Goo Goo Dolls

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And (A)e ven though the mo ment passed me by,

I (F#m7)still can't turn a way.

I (A)saw the dreams you nev er thought you'd lose

get you (F#m7)tossed a long the way.

And (A)let ters that you nev er meant to send

get (F#m7)lost or thrown a way.

And (F#m7)now I called up or

phans, I (Dsus2)nev er knew their names,

who (F#m7)don't be long to no one.

That's a shame.

A (F#m7)You could hide be side

me,

(Dsus2)may be for a while,

and (F#m7)I won't tell no

one your (Dsus2)name.

And I won't tell 'em your (A)name.

The (A)scars are sou ve nirs you nev er lose,

the (F#m7)past is nev er far.

And (A)did you lose your self some where out there?

Did you (F#m7)get to be a star?

And (A)don't it make you sad to know that life

is (F#m7)more than who we are?

You (F#m7)grew up way too fast

and there's (Dsus2)noth ing to be lieve.

And (F#m7)re runs all be come our his to ry.

A (F#m7)tir ed song keeps play

on

(Dsus2)tir ed ra di o,

and (F#m7)I won't tell no

one your (Dsus2)name.

And I won't tell 'em your (A)name.

The

(F#m7)I won't tell (Esus)'em your name.

Name by Goo Goo Dolls — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Name” by Goo Goo Dolls 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 A at 100 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 "Name" 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 "Name"?
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 "Name" use?
Just 5 chords: A, Apow, Dsus2, Esus4, F#m7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Goo Goo Dolls songs work for kids?
Try "BLACK BALLOON", "BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE", "STAY WITH YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.