Runaway Baby

by Bruno Mars

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Ah, (A7)yes!

Chi ka (Em7)ah!

Well look y (Em7)here, look y here, ah, what do we have?

An (Em7)oth er pret ty thing read (A7)y for me to grab.

But (Em7)lit tle does she know that I’m (A7)a wolf in sheep’s cloth ing, ’cause at the (Em7)end of the night it (A7)is (CN.C.)her I’ll be hold ing.

(“I love you (A7)so.”)

(That’s what you’ll say.)

(You’ll tell me, (Em7)“Ba by, ba by, please don’t go (A7)a way.)

(But when I (A7)play,)

(I nev er stay.)

So ev ’ry (Em7)girl that I meet, yeah, (CN.C.)this is what I say: (C)Run, run, run a way, (B)run a way, ba by, be (Em)fore I put my spell on you.

You bet ter (C)get, get, get a way, (B)get a way, dar lin’, ’cause (Em)ev ’ry thing you heard is true.

Your poor lit tle heart will end up a lone,

’cause Lord knows, I’m a roll in’ (A7)stone,

so you bet ter (C)run, run, run a way, (B)run a way, ba by.

Uh.

Ah, (A7)yeah.

Well, let me (Em)think, let me think, ah, (Asus)what should I do?

So man y (Em)ea ger young bun nies that I’d (Am)like to pur sue.

Now (Em)e ven though they’re eat ing out the (Asus)palm of my hand, there’s (Em)on ly one car rot, and they (Asus)all got ta share it.

(“I love you (A7)so.”)

(That’s what you’ll say.)

(You’ll tell me, (Em7)“Ba by, ba by, please don’t go (A7)a way.)

(But when I (A7)play,)

(I nev er stay.)

So ev ’ry (Em7)girl that I meet, yeah, (CN.C.)this is what I say: (C)Run, run, run a way, (B)run a way, ba by, be (Em)fore I put my spell on you.

You bet ter (C)get, get, get a way, (B)get a way, dar lin’, ’cause (Em)ev ’ry thing you heard is true.

Your poor lit tle heart will end up a lone,

’cause Lord knows, I’m a roll in’ (A7)stone,

so you bet ter (C)run, run, run a way, (B)run a way, ba by.

Uh.

Ah, (A7)yeah.

Well, let me (Em)think, let me think, ah, (Asus)what should I do?

So man y (Em)ea ger young bun nies that I’d (Am)like to pur sue.

Now (Em)e ven though they’re eat ing out the (Asus)palm of my hand, there’s (Em)on ly one car rot, and they (Asus)all got ta share it.

(“I love you

(A7)Uh.

Chi ka (Em7)ah.

(C)run, run, run a way, (B)run a way, ba by.

Runaway Baby by Bruno Mars — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Runaway Baby” by Bruno Mars 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 120 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 "Runaway Baby" 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 "Runaway Baby"?
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 Bruno Mars songs work for kids?
Try "CHUNKY", "VERSACE ON THE FLOOR", "FINESSE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.