Is "Sad Girl" 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 "Sad Girl"?

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 "Sad Girl" use?

Just 15 chords: A, Am, Am7, Bb, C, Cm, Cpow, Dm, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Lana Del Rey songs work for kids?

Try "SALVATORE", "LOVE", "BROOKLYN BABY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Sad Girl

· by Lana Del Rey

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Lyrics

Be in’ a mis tress on the side,

it might not ap peal to fools like you.

Creep in’ a round while on the side

it would not be some thing you would do.

But you have n’t (Gm7)seen my man,

you have n’t (Am)seen

my man.

You have n’t (Gm7)seen my man,

you have n’t (A)seen

him.

He’s got the (Bb)fire,

and he (Dm)walks with it.

He’s got the (Bb)fire,

and he (Dm)talks with it.

His bon ny on the (Bb)side, bon ny on the (F)side makes me (Gm)so sad, girl.

His mon ey on the (Bb)side, mon ey on the (F)side makes me (Gm)so sad, girl.

I’m a (F)sad (Dm)girl, I’m a sad girl, I’m a (C)sad

girl.

I’m a (C)sad (Dm)girl, I’m a bad girl, I’m a (C)bad

girl.

Be in’ a bad bitch on the side,

it might not ap peal to fools like you.

Creep in’ a round while he gets high,

it might not be some thing you would do.

But you have n’t (Gm7)seen my man,

you have n’t (Am)seen

my man.

You have n’t (Gm7)seen my man,

you have n’t (A)seen

him.

He’s got the (Bb)fire,

and he (Dm)walks with it.

He’s got the (Bb)fire,

and he (Dm)talks with it.

His bon ny on the (Bb)side, bon ny on the (F)side makes me (Gm)so sad, girl.

His mon ey on the (Bb)side, mon ey on the (F)side makes me (Gm)so sad, girl.

I’m a (F)sad (Dm)girl, I’m a sad girl, I’m a (C)sad

girl.

I’m a (C)sad (Dm)girl, I’m a bad girl, I’m a (C)bad

girl.

Watch what you say to me,

care ful who you’re talk in’ to.

Watch what you say to me,

care ful who you’re talk in’ to.

I’m on fi

re,

(Eb)ba by.

I’m on fi

(C5)re.

He’s got the (Bb)fi re,

and he (Dm)walks with it.

(C)He’s got the (Bb)fi re,

and he (Dm)talks with it.

His (C)bon ny on the (Bb)side, bon ny on the (F)side makes me (Gm)so sad, girl.

His mon ey on the (Bb)side, mon ey on the (F)side makes me (Gm)so sad, girl.

I’m a sad (Bb)girl, I’m a sad (F)girl, I’m a sad

girl.

I’m a sad (Bb)girl, I’m a mad (F)girl, I’m a bad

girl.

I’m a sad (Bb)girl, I’m a sad (F)girl, I’m a sad

girl.

I’m a sad (Bb)girl, I’m a mad (F)girl, I’m a bad

girl.

Sad Girl by Lana Del Rey — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sad Girl” by Lana Del Rey 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 60 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to get comfortable with borrowed chords — you'll move between familiar shapes like Am and F and then hit unexpected ones like Bb, Eb, and Cm that pull from G minor, giving the song that signature melancholic color. Your left hand keeps a steady octave bass pattern, so start there hands-separate until the jumps between root notes feel automatic, especially when you shift from C down to Bb or from G up to Eb. At 60 BPM you have breathing room, but don't let that fool you — the real challenge is landing those chromatic chord transitions cleanly without hesitating. Loop any bar where a borrowed chord catches you off guard and drill just that switch until your fingers expect it. Once it clicks, try adding light sustain pedal, lifting on each chord change to keep things warm but not muddy. Fifteen chords sounds like a lot, but this is the piece that'll teach your hands to trust chromatic movement instead of fearing it.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Sad Girl" 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 "Sad Girl"?: 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 "Sad Girl" use?: Just 15 chords: A, Am, Am7, Bb, C, Cm, Cpow, Dm, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Lana Del Rey songs work for kids?: Try "SALVATORE", "LOVE", "BROOKLYN BABY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.