Shameless

by Billy Joel

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Well, I’m (G)shame less

when it comes to (D)lov ing you.

I’d do an y thing you (Em)want me to.

I’d do an y thing at (C)all.

And I’m (G)stand ing

I here for all the (D)world to see.

Ah, but there ain’t that much (Em)left of me

that has ver y far (C)to fall.

You know in (D)I’m not a man who’s (B)ev er been in se (Am7)cure a bout the world I’ve been could liv ing in.

I I (B)don’t a break from eas y.

one I have er my pride.

But if (Em)you need to be (F)sat is (F#)fied, I’m (G)shame less.

Ba by, I don’t (D)have a prayer.

An y time I see you (Em)stand ing there

I go down up on my (C)knees.

And I’m (G)chang ing.

I swore I’d nev er (D)com pro mise.

Ah, but you con vinced me (Em)oth er wise.

I’ll do an y thing (C)you please.

You see in (D)all my a life I’ve (B)nev er found what I (Am7)could n’t re the sist, what I could n’t turn down.

I could (B)walk a way from an y one I ev er knew pride.

but I (Em)you need to be (F)sat is (F#)fied, I’m (Em)can’t walk a way from (F)you.

I have (Bb)nev er let an y thing have this much con (Am)trol o ver me.

I (Ab)worked too hard to call my life my (Eb)own.

Well, I (Bb)made my self a world and it worked so per fect ly.

But it’s (Ab)your world now.

I can’t re fuse.

(Am)I nev er had so (D7)much to lose.

I’m (G)shame less.

You know it (D)should be eas y for a (B)man who’s strong to (Em)say he’s sor ry or ad (Am7)mit when he’s wrong.

I’ve (D)nev er lost an y thing I (B)ev er missed, but (Em)I’ve nev er been in (F)love like this.

It’s out of my hands.

I’m (G)shame less.

I don’t have the (D)pow er now.

But I don’t want it (Em)an y how.

So I’ve got to let it (C)go.

I’m (G)shame less,

shame less as a (D)man can be.

You can make a to tal (Em)fool of me.

I just want ed you to (C)know.

I’m (G)shame less.

I don’t have the (D)pow er now.

But I don’t want it (Em)an y how.

So I’ve got to let it (C)go.

I’m (G)shame less,

shame less as a (D)man can be.

You can make a to tal (Em)fool of me.

I just want ed you to (C)know.

I’m (G)shame less.

Shameless by Billy Joel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shameless by Billy Joel 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 80 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 "Shameless" 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 "Shameless"?
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 "Shameless" use?
Just 14 chords: Ab, Am, Am7, B, Bb, C, D, D7, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Billy Joel songs work for kids?
Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.