Nothing Compares 2 U

by Sinead O'Connor

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It’s been sev en hours and (C)fif teen days

since you took your love a way.

I go out ev ’ry night and (C)sleep all day,

since you took your love a way.

Since you been gone I can do what (C)ev er I want,

I can see whom ev er I choose.

I can eat my din ner in a fan cy (C)res tau rant,

but (Dm7)noth ing, I said noth ing can take a (A7)way these blues,

’cause (Eb)noth ing com (Bb)pares,

noth ing com (Bb)pares 2 U.

It’s been so long with (C)out you here,

like a bird with out a song.

Ah.

Noth ing can stop these lone ly (C)tears from fall ing.

Tell me, (Dm7)ba by,

where did I go (Bb)wrong?

I could put my arm a round ev ’ry (C)boy I see,

it ’d on ly re mind me of you.

Ah.

I went to the doc tor and guess what he (C)told me.

He said, (Dm7)girl, you’d bet ter try to have fun no mat ter (A7)what you do; but he’s a fool, ’cause (Eb)noth ing com (Bb)pares,

noth ing com (C)pares 2 U.

I could put my arm a round ev ’ry (C)boy I see,

it ’d on ly re mind me of you.

Ah.

I went to the doc tor and guess what he (C)told me.

He said, (Dm7)girl, you’d bet ter try to have fun no mat ter (A7)what you do; but he’s a fool, ’cause (Eb)noth ing com (Bb)pares,

noth ing com (C)pares 2 U.

Nothing Compares 2 U by Sinead O'Connor — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Nothing Compares 2 U by Sinead O'Connor 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 Bb at 68 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 "Nothing Compares 2 U" 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 "Nothing Compares 2 U"?
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.