Purple Rain

by Prince

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Lyrics

I nev er meant 2 cause U an y (Gm7)sor row.

I nev er meant 2 cause U an y (Eb)pain.

I on ly want ed 2 one time see U (Gm7)laugh ing.

I (F)on ly want to see U laugh ing in the pur ple (Bb)rain.

(CN.C.)Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

I on ly want ed 2 see U bath ing in the pur ple (Bb)rain.

I nev er want ed to be your

week end lov (Bbsus2)er.

I on ly want ed 2 be some kind of friend.

Ba by, I could nev er steal U from an oth er.

It’s such a shame our friend ship had 2 (Bb)end.

(CN.C.)Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

I on ly want 2 see U un der neath the pur ple (Bb)rain.

Hon ey, I (CN.C.)know, I know, I know times r chang ing.

It’s time we all reach out 4 some thing new.

U say U want a lead er,

but U can’t seem 2 make up your mind.

I think U bet ter close (F)it

and let me guide U 2 the pur ple rain.

(CN.C.)Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

Pur ple rain, pur ple rain.

I on ly want 2 see U, on ly want 2 see U in the pur ple rain.

Purple Rain by Prince — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Purple Rain by Prince 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 Eb at 52 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 "Purple Rain" 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 "Purple Rain"?
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.
What other Prince songs work for kids?
Try "CALL MY NAME", "DARLING NIKKI", "NOTHING COMPARES 2 U". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.