Is "Push" 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 "Push"?

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 "Push" use?

Just 5 chords: C, Csus2, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.

What other Matchbox Twenty songs work for kids?

Try "BRIGHT LIGHTS", "IF YOU'RE GONE", "UNWELL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Push

· by Matchbox Twenty

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Lyrics

She said, (G)“I don’t know if I’ve (D)ev er been good e nough.

Like I’m a lit tle bit rust y, (D)and I think my the head is cav ing in.

ya.

And (G)I don’t know if I’ve (D)ev er been real ly loved me.

You by a hand to that’s touched me.

And I feel like (D)some thing’s goin’ to give, and I’m a lit tle (C)bit an gry.” (D)Oh, well.

This ain’t o ver, no, not here.

to me

’cause I’ve been I still need you a round.

(D)you,

You don’t owe me.

We might change, yeah.

Well, I Yeah, we an y might thing feel at all.

I wan na (D)push you a round.

Well, I will, (D)well, I will.

I wan na (D)push you down.

Well, I will, (D)well, I will.

I wan na (D)take you for grant (C)ed.

I wan na (D)take you for grant (C)ed, yeah, (D)yeah, I will and I will,

and I will.

She said, (G)“I don’t know why you (D)ev er would lie to me.” Like I’m a lit tle un trust ing (D)when I think my the truth is gon na hurt ya.

And (G)I don’t know why you (D)could n’t just stay ly with me.

You by a hand to that’s touched me.

when my face don’t (D)seem to want to shine ’cause it’s a lit tle (C)bit dirt y.

(D)Oh, well.

Well, don’t just there,

say nice things to me

’cause I’ve been cheat ed, I’ve been wronged.

And (D)you,

you don’t know me.

Yeah, well, I change.

Well, I won’t do an y might thing feel at all.

I wan na (D)push you a round.

Well, I will, (D)well, I will.

I wan na (D)push you down.

Well, I will, (D)well, I will.

I wan na (D)take you for grant (C)ed.

I wan na (D)take you for grant (C)ed, yeah, (D)yeah, I will and I will,

and I will.

She said, (C)ed, yeah, (D)yeah, I will, and I will.

Oh, but don’t bowl (D)me o ver.

Just wait a min ute, (D)well, it kind a fell a (Em)part.

Things get so (C)cra (CN.C.)zy, (D)cra zy.

Don’t rush this, ba by.

Don’t rush this, ba by, ba by.

I wan na (D)take you, (C)take you, yeah.

Well, I will, and I will, I will, I will.

And I will, I will, I will.

Yeah, I will

(D)push you a round and drag you down.

I wan na (D)push you a round,

yeah, I will.

Push by Matchbox Twenty — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Push” by Matchbox Twenty 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 100 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 "Push" 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 "Push"?: 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 "Push" use?: Just 5 chords: C, Csus2, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Matchbox Twenty songs work for kids?: Try "BRIGHT LIGHTS", "IF YOU'RE GONE", "UNWELL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.