Ride

by twenty one pilots

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Lyrics

I just wan na stay in the sun (G)where I find, I know it’s hard some (Bb)times,

piec es of peace in the sun’s (Gm)peace of mind.

I know it’s hard some (C)times.

Yeah, I think a bout the end just (Gm)way too much, but it’s fun to fan ta (Bb)size.

All my en e mies, you would n’t wish (Gm)who I was, but it’s fun to fan ta (Csus2)size.

(F)Oh,

oh,

(Gm)I’m (Dm)fall ing, so I’m tak ing my (Bb)time on my (F)ride.

Oh,

(Gm7)I’m (Dm)fall ing, so I’m (CN.C.)tak ing my time on my (F)ride,

(F)tak ing my (Bb)time on my (F)ride.

I’d (F)die for you.

That’s eas y to say.

We have a list of peo ple (Gm)that we would take a (Dm)bul let for them, a bul let for you, a bul let for ev ’ry bod (Bb)y in this room.

But I (F)don’t seem to see man y bul lets com ing through, see man y (Gm)bul lets com ing through.

(Dm)Met a phor i c’lly, I’m the man; but lit ’ral ly, I don’t (C)know what I’d do.

I’d (F)live for you, and that’s hard to do.

E ven hard er to say when you (Gm)know it’s not true, e ven (Dm)hard er to write when you know that to night there were peo ple back home who tried (Bb)talk ing to you.

But then (F)you ig nored them still.

All these ques tions, they’re for (Gm)real, like who would you (Dm)live for, who would you die for, and would you ev er (C)kill?

(I’ve been think ing too much.

I’ve been think ing too much.

I’ve been think ing too much.

I’ve been think ing too much.) (C)Help (F)me.

(I’ve been think ing too much.) I’ve been (Gm)think ing too (C)much.

(I’ve been think ing too much.) (Dm)Help (Gm7)me.

(I’ve been think ing too much.) I’ve been (Dm)think ing too (C)much.

(I’ve been think ing too much.)

(F)Oh,

oh,

(Gm7)I’m (Dm)fall ing, so I’m tak ing my (Bb)time on my (F)ride.

Oh,

(Gm7)I’m (Dm)fall ing, so I’m tak ing my time,

tak ing my (Bb)time on my (F)ride,

(Gm)whoa, oh, (Dm)oh.

(F)Oh,

oh,

I’m (Dm)fall ing, so I’m tak ing my (Bb)time on my (F)ride.

Oh,

I’m (Dm)fall ing, so I’m tak ing my (C)time on my...

I’ve been (Gm)think ing too (C)much.

(Dm)Help (Gm7)me.

I’ve been (Dm)think ing too (C)much.

(C)Help (F)me.

(I’ve been think ing too much.) I’ve been (Gm)think ing too (C)much.

(I’ve been think ing too much.) (Dm)Help (Gm7)me.

(I’ve been think ing too much.) I’ve been (Dm)think ing too (C)much.

(I’ve been think ing too much.) (C)Help (F)me.

Ride by twenty one pilots — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ride by twenty one pilots 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 Bb at 136 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 "Ride" 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 "Ride"?
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 twenty one pilots songs work for kids?
Try "House Of Gold". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.