Say Say Say

by Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson

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Lyrics

(Am7)Say, say, say can what you (D)want but (Dm)don’t play the games with my af fec tion.

I (Am7)Take, take, take what you (D)need but (Dm)don’t leave me with no di rec tion.

What (Dm)All a lone I sit home (F)by the phone wait ing (Am)for you,

ba by.

(Dm)Through the years how can you (F)stand to hear my plead ing (E)for you dear?

You know I’m cry ing ooh ooh ooh ooh (Am)ooh.

Now (Am7)go, go, go can where you (D)want but (Dm)don’t leave the me who here for ev er.

I (Am7)You, you, you stay a (D)way so (Dm)long girl I with see you nev er.

What (Dm)can I do, girl, to get (F)through to you?

’Cause I (Am)love you,

ba by.

(Dm)Stand ing here bap tized in (F)all my tears, my ba by, (E)through the years, you know I’m cry ing ooh ooh ooh ooh (Am)ooh.

Now

You

(Am)nev er ev er wor ry (G)and you nev er shed a (Am)tear.

You’re (G)say ing that my (Am)love ain’t real just (E)look at my face, these tears ain’t dry ing.

(Am)ooh.

Say Say Say by Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Say Say Say” by Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson 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 C at 140 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 "Say Say Say" 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 Say Say"?
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.