Say My Name

by Destiny's Child

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Say my name, name, say my (Ab)name.

If no one is a (Fm)round, you say, “Ba by, I (Fm7)love you.” If (Bdim7)you ain’t run ning (Cm)game, say my name, say my (Ab)name.

You’re act ing kind a (Fm7)shad y, ain’t call ing me (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Why the sud den change?

Say my name, name, say my (Ab)name.

When no one is a (Fm)round, you say, “Ba by, I (Fm7)love you.” If (Bdim7)you ain’t run ning (Cm)game, say my name, say my (Ab)name.

You’re act ing kind a (Fm7)shad y, ain’t call ing me (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Bet ter say my (Cm)name.

y oth er day I would (Ab)call, you would say, How (Fm)“Ba by, how’s your day?” But to (Bdim7)day ver with it ain’t the same.

Don’t (Cm)Ev ’ry oth er word is “Uh (Ab)huh, yeah, o kay.” when (Fm)Could it be that you are at the (Bdim7)crib with an oth er la dy?

It’s (Cm)If you be took it there, first of (Ab)all, let me say, when (Fm)I am not the one to sit a round of some and be played.

So (Cm)prove your self to me: If I’m the (Ab)girl you that you claim, why ting (Fm)don’t you say the things that you (Fm7)said to me yes ter (G)day?

I (Cm)know you say that I am as sum ing things.

(Ab)Some thing’s go ing down, that’s the way it seems.

(Fm)Should n’t be no rea son why you’re act ing strange if (Fm7)no bod y’s hold ing you (Bdim7)back from me.

’Cause (Cm)I know how you u sua’ly do, where you’re (Ab)say ing ev ’ry thing to me times two.

(Fm)Why can’t you just tell the truth?

If (Fm7)some bod y’s there, then (Bdim7)tell me who.

(Cm)change?

Say my name, name, say my (Ab)name.

If no one is a (Fm)round, you say, “Ba by, I (Fm7)love you.” If (Bdim7)you ain’t run ning (Cm)game, say my name, say my (Ab)name.

You’re act ing kind a (Fm)shad y, ain’t call ing me (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Why the sud den (Cm)change?

Say my name, name, say my (Ab)name.

When no one is a (Fm)round, you say, “Ba by, I (Fm7)love you.” If (Bdim7)you ain’t run ning (Cm)game, say my name, say my (Ab)name.

You’re act ing kind a (Fm)shad y, ain’t call ing me (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Why the sud den (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Bet ter say my (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Bet ter say my (Cm)name.

Yeah (Fm)yeah ye yeah yeah.

Yeah (Cm)yeah ye yeah,

yeah (Ab)yeah ye yeah,

yeah (Fm)yeah ye yeah.

Yeah (Fm7)yeah ye yeah yeah (Bdim7)yeah ye yeah yeah (Cm)yeah ye yeah.

Yeah (Ab)yeah ye yeah,

yeah (Fm)yeah ye yeah.

Yeah (Fm7)yeah ye yeah yeah (Bdim7)yeah ye yeah.

Oh ooh oh.

I (Cm)know you say that I am as sum ing things.

(Ab)Some thing’s go ing down, that’s the way it seems.

(Fm)Should n’t be no rea son why you’re act ing strange if (Fm7)no bod y’s hold ing you (Bdim7)back from me.

’Cause (Cm)I know how you u sua’ly do, where you’re (Ab)say ing ev ’ry thing to me times two.

(Fm)Why can’t you just tell the truth?

If (Fm7)some bod y’s there, then (Bdim7)tell me who.

change?

Say my name, say my (Ab)name.

If no one is a (Fm)round, you say, “Ba by, I (Fm7)love you.” If (Bdim7)you ain’t run ning (Cm)game, say my name, say my (Ab)name.

You’re act ing kind a (Fm)shad y, ain’t call ing me (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Why the sud den name.

Say my name, say my (Ab)name.

When no one is a (Fm)round, you say, “Ba by, I (Fm7)love you.” If (Bdim7)you ain’t run ning (Cm)game, say my name, say my (Ab)name.

You’re act ing kind a (Fm)shad y, ain’t call ing me (Fm7)“Ba by.” (Bdim7)Bet ter say my (CN.C.)name.

Say My Name by Destiny's Child — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Say My Name” by Destiny's Child 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 F at 120 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 "Say My Name" 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 "Say My Name"?
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 "Say My Name" use?
Just 7 chords: Ab, Bdim7, C, Cm, Fm, Fm7, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Destiny's Child songs work for kids?
Try "STAND UP FOR LOVE", "THROUGH WITH LOVE", "SURVIVOR". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.