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Next To Me

· by Imagine Dragons

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Lyrics

Some thing ’bout the way that you walked in to my liv ing room, (G)cas ual ly and (Gsus)con fi dent, (G)look ing at the (Gsus)mess I am, but (Bm)still you,

still you (A)want me.

Stress lines and cig a rettes, pol i tics and def i cits, (G)late bills and (Gsus)o v’rag es, (Gsus)scream ing and hol ler ing, but (Bm)still you,

still you (A)want me.

(D)Oh,

I al ways let (G)you down.

You’re shat tered on the (Bm)ground, but still I find you (A)there next to (D)me.

And, oh,

the stu pid things (G)I do.

I’m far from good, it’s (Bm)true, but still I find (A)you next to (D)me.

There’s some thing ’bout the way that you al ways see the pret ty view, (G)o ver look the (Gsus)mud and mess, (G)al ways look ing (Gsus)ef fort less, and (Bm)still you,

still you (A)want me.

I got no in no cence; faith i ain’t no priv i lege.

(G)I am a (Gsus)deck of cards; (Gsus)vice or a game of hearts, and (Bm)still you,

still you (A)want me.

(D)Oh,

I al ways let (G)you down.

You’re shat tered on the (Bm)ground, but still I find you (A)there next to (D)me.

And, oh,

the stu pid things (G)I do.

I’m far from good, it’s (Bm)true, but still I find (A)you next to (D)me.

There’s

So, thank

you

for tak ing a chance on me.

I know it is n’t (Bm)eas y,

but I hope to be (D)worth it.

So, thank

you

for tak ing a chance on me.

I know it is n’t (Bm)eas y,

but I hope to be (D)worth it.

So, (D)worth it.

(Oh.)

(D)me.

Next To Me by Imagine Dragons — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Next To Me” by Imagine Dragons 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 D at 84 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 "Next To Me" 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 "Next To Me"?: 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 "Next To Me" use?: Just 7 chords: A, Asus4, Bm, D, Dsus4, G, Gsus4. Take it one section at a time.
What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?: Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.