Outside Villanova

by Eric Hutchinson

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And now the I’m try’n’ to de cide

if I feel (F)dirt y at all, ’cause it (Ab)gets hard to tell.

It’s nev er just black and white.

She’s got a mind of her own, and she (Ab)us es it well.

So I she in vites me side with when she side Vil la no va.

She’s got some pull out so fa we won’t hard ly need.

She is on ly drink ing cit ed to play ving up that mo tor; got plac but I’m we could go to, but I (Ab)still won’t be lieve that she’s (G)on ly gift ed.

When I’m stand ing by her side,

she (C)goes un as sist ed, and I start to re lax as I cut her some slack.

So get (C)up.

I (Am)got ta go to work, fac ing all these peo ple who now know I’m a jerk.

And it’s a set (C)up.

I (Am)got ta change my clothes, con ceal (G)ing all this ev i dence be fore (F)ev ’ry bod y knows what I’ve done

and what I’m gon na (F)do

a (C)gain.

And in the mid dle of the night,

I have a (F)break down of sorts with re (Ab)grets creep ing in.

She’s gon na put up a fight,

and she a will get her way ’cause she (Ab)loves sleep ing in.

So I need some one to side with when she be gins con fid ing.

She’s I can not pro vide it ’cause I’m less ly cold.

She She says she’s so ex cit ed to play some groom and bride with got me, but I’m un de cid ed, so I (Ab)need to be told that she’s (G)on ly sink ing.

When I’m sleep ing by her side,

with (C)a change of think ing, I could pull us a way e ven just for a day.

So get (C)up.

I (Am)got ta go to work, fac ing all these peo ple who now know I’m a jerk.

And it’s a set (C)up.

I (Am)got ta change my clothes, con ceal (G)ing all this ev i dence be fore (F)ev ’ry bod y knows what I’ve done

and what I’m gon na (F)do

a (C)gain.

What I’m gon na do a gain,

no.

She grows im pa tient to change my tune.

She’s get ting old er and le gal soon,

and I was n’t read y to start (C)out and go up set ting some girl that I’d be for get ting by the time the cops came by that af ter (F)noon.

And I try to de cide as she pulls me a side.

(F)ev ’ry bod y knows that’s what I’ve done

and what I’m gon na (F)do

a (C)gain.

What I’m gon na do a gain,

no.

Uh, woh, uh oh.

Uh, woh, uh oh.

Na na na na na na na.

No, no, no, no.

Na na na na na na na.

No, no, no, no.

Na na na na na na na.

No, no, no, no.

Na na na na na na na.

No, no, no, no.

Na na na na na na na.

Outside Villanova by Eric Hutchinson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Outside Villanova by Eric Hutchinson 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 120 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 "Outside Villanova" 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 "Outside Villanova"?
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 "Outside Villanova" use?
Just 12 chords: Ab, Am, Bb6, C, C6, C7, Caug, D, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Eric Hutchinson songs work for kids?
Try "OK, It's Alright with Me", "Rock & Roll", "Food Chain". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.