Pompeii

· by Bastille

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Lyrics

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

(C)I was left

(G)to my own de vic

es.

(C)Man y days

(G)fell a way with (Em)noth ing to show.

And the (C)walls kept tum bl ing down in the cit y that we (Em)love.

Great (C)clouds roll o ver the hills bring ing dark ness from a (Em)bove.

But if you close your eyes

does it al most feel like noth ing changed at all?

And if you close your eyes

does it al most feel like you’ve been here be fore?

How (C)am I gon na be an op ti mist a bout this?

How (C)am I gon na be an op ti mist a bout this?

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

Eh, eh, oh, eh, oh.

Pompeii by Bastille — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Pompeii” by Bastille 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 G at 126 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Pompeii" 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 "Pompeii"?: 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 "Pompeii" use?: Just 5 chords: Bb, C, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bastille songs work for kids?: Try "Pompeii", "POMPEII", "Good Grief". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.