Rebel Yell

by Billy Idol

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Last night a lit tle danc er she came danc ing to my door.

Last night a lit tle an gel came (D)pump ing on the floor.

She said, set “A come, ba by, got a li cense for love,

and if set it ex pires I pray you (D)help from a bove.” Be cause

in the mid night hour she cried more, more, more,

with a re bel yell she cried (Gmaj7)more, more, more.

In the mid night hour, babe, more, more, more,

with a re bel yell,

(Gmaj7)more, more, more.

More, more, more.

She don’t a like tle slav ery, she won’t danc sit and my beg.

But when I’m tired and lone ly, she (D)sees me to the bed.

What said, set you come, free and brought you to me, babe?

love,

What if set it you free?

I need you (D)here by me.

bove.” Be cause

in the mid night hour she cried more, more, more,

with a re bel yell she cried (Gmaj7)more, more, more.

In the mid night hour, babe, more, more, more,

with a re bel yell,

(Gmaj7)more, more, more.

More, more, more.

A he lives in a his own heav en,

col (Bm)lects it to go from the Sev en E lev en.

Well, he’s (Bm)out all night to col lect a fare,

just so (Bm)long, just so long it don’t mess up his (D5)hair.

I walked the ward

for you, babe,

a thou sand miles for you.

I dried your tears of pain,

a mil lion times for you.

I’d sell my soul for you, babe,

for mon ey to burn

with you.

I give you all and have none, babe,

just a, just a, just a, a just a to have you (Gmaj7)here by me.

Be cause

More, more, (Bm)more.

Ooh, yeah, lit tle (D)ba by,

she want more,

(Em9)more, more, more, more, (Bm)more.

Ooh, yeah, lit tle (D)an gel,

she want more,

(Em9)more, more, more, more, (Bm7)more.

Rebel Yell by Billy Idol — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Rebel Yell by Billy Idol 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 D at 166 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 "Rebel Yell" 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 "Rebel Yell"?
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 "Rebel Yell" use?
Just 10 chords: Apow, Bm, Bm7, C, D, Dpow, Em, Em9, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Billy Idol songs work for kids?
Try "EYES WITHOUT A FACE", "SWEET SIXTEEN", "WHITE WEDDING". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.