Is "Out Of My League" 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 "Out Of My League"?

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 "Out Of My League" use?

Just 6 chords: Am, C, Dm, Em, F, G. Take it one section at a time.

What other Fitz And The Tantrums songs work for kids?

Try "HANDCLAP", "THE WALKER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Out Of My League

· by Fitz And The Tantrums

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)More than just a dream.

More than just a dream.

Ooh ooh ooh ooh.

From For ty days and for ty nights,

I wait ed for a girl like (Em)you to come and save my life.

Re call the days I wait ed for you.

You know the ones who said I’d (Em)nev er find some one like you.

You were (Am)out of my league, all the (G)things I (G)be lieve.

You were (Am)just the right kind, yeah, you were more than just a dream.

You were (Am)out of my league, got my (G)heart beat (G)rac ing.

If I (Am)die, don’t wake me ’cause you are (G)more than just a dream.

Ooh ooh ooh ooh.

From time to time, I pinch my self

be cause I think my girl mis (Em)takes me for some bod y else.

And ev ’ry time she takes my for hand,

You all the won ders that re (Em)main be come a sim ple fact.

You were (Am)out of my league, all the (G)things I (G)be lieve.

You were (Am)just the right kind, yeah, you were more than just a dream.

You were (Am)out of my league, got my (G)heart beat (G)rac ing.

If I (Am)die, don’t wake me ’cause you are (G)more than just a dream.

(G)more than just a dream.

Ooh ooh (Dm)ooh ooh.

Ooh ooh (F)ooh ooh.

Ooh ooh (Dm)ooh ooh.

Ooh ooh (F)ooh ooh.

Ooh ooh (Dm)ooh ooh.

(Dm)ooh ooh.

(G)more than just a dream.

(F)Oh, oh, oh, (Am)oh, oh, oh, (G)oh, oh.

(G)More than just a (G)dream.

(F)Oh, oh, oh, (Am)oh, oh, oh, (G)oh, oh.

More than just a dream.

(F)Oh, oh, oh, (Am)oh, oh, oh, (G)oh, oh.

(G)More than just a (G)dream.

(F)Oh, oh, oh, (Am)oh, oh, oh, (G)oh, oh.

More than just a dream.

(Em)oh, oh.

(G)More than just a dream.

Ooh ooh ooh ooh.

Out Of My League by Fitz And The Tantrums — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Out Of My League” by Fitz And The Tantrums 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 170 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 "Out Of My League" 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 "Out Of My League"?: 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 "Out Of My League" use?: Just 6 chords: Am, C, Dm, Em, F, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Fitz And The Tantrums songs work for kids?: Try "HANDCLAP", "THE WALKER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.