Save Myself

by Ed Sheeran

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Lyrics

(Bb)I gave all my (F)ox y gen to (Gm)peo ple that could breathe.

I (Bb)gave a way my (F)mon ey and now (Gm)we don’t e ven (Eb)speak.

I drove miles and miles, but would you (Gm)do the (F)same for (Eb)me?

Oh, (Bb)hon

est ly.

(F)Of fered you my shoul der just and for (Eb)you to cry up on.

’Cause (Bb)Gave you con ings stant (F)shel ter and a (Gm)bed to keep you (Eb)warm.

They gave me we the heart (F)ache and in re (Gm)turn, I (F)gave a (Eb)song.

It goes (Bb)on ly scars and on.

(Eb)Life can get you down so I just numb the way it feels.

I’ll (Eb)drown it with a drink and out of date pre scrip tion pills.

And (Eb)all the ones that love me, they just (Gm)left me (F)on the (Eb)shelf,

no fare well.

So be fore I (Cm)save some one else,

I’ve got (Bb)to (Eb)save my (Bb)self.

I (F)gave you all my en er gy and I (Eb)took a way your pain.

’Cause (Bb)hu man be ings are (F)des tined to a (Gm)ra di ate or (Eb)drain.

What line do we stand up (F)on, and ’cause from (Gm)here it (F)looks the (Eb)same.

It And (Bb)on ly scars re main.

(Eb)Life can get you down so I just numb the way it feels.

I’ll (Eb)drown it with a drink and out of date pre scrip tion pills.

And (Eb)all the ones that love me, they just (Gm)left me (F)on the (Eb)shelf,

no fare well.

So be fore I (Cm)save some one else,

I’ve got (Bb)to (Eb)save my (Bb)self.

I (Bb)self.

But if I (Gm)don’t,

then I’ll go (Eb)back

to where I’m res cu ing a stran ger just be cause they need ed sav ing, just like that.

Oh, I’m here a gain,

be tween the dev il and the dan ger, but I guess it’s just my na ture.

My dad was (Eb)wrong

’cause I’m not like my mum

’cause she’d just smile, and I’m com plain ing in a song.

But it helps.

So be fore I (Cm)save some one else,

I’ve got (Bb)to (Eb)save my (Bb)self.

(Bb)self.

And be fore I (Cm)blame some eone else,

I’ve got (Bb)to (Eb)save my (Bb)self.

And be fore I (Cm)love some one else,

I’ve got (Bb)to (Eb)love my self.

Save Myself by Ed Sheeran — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Save Myself” by Ed Sheeran 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 Eb at 80 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 "Save Myself" 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 "Save Myself"?
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.