She Don't Use Jelly

by The Flaming Lips

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Lyrics

I know a girl who

re thinks it goes.

Cher.

She’ll make you break fast, and she’ll make you toast.

hair.

But she don’t use but ter

and she don’t use the cheese.

She don’t use jel ly or

an y (A)of these.

She us es (D)Vas

e line,

(D)Vas

e line,

(D)Vas

e line.

I know a guy who

re goes to shows.

Cher.

When he’s at home and,

the he blows his nose, hair.

But he don’t use tis sues

that you or his the sleeve.

He don’t use nap kins or

an y (A)of these.

He us es (D)mag

a zines,

(D)mag

a zines,

(D)mag

a zines,

(D)mag

(G)a (A)zines.

(D)tan

(G)ger (A)ines,

(D)tan

(G)ger (A)ines,

(D)tan

(G)ger (A)ines.

She Don't Use Jelly by The Flaming Lips — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “She Don't Use Jelly” by The Flaming Lips 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 D at 100 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 "She Don't Use Jelly" 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 "She Don't Use Jelly"?
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 "She Don't Use Jelly" use?
Just 5 chords: A, Asus4, C, D, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Flaming Lips songs work for kids?
Try "DO YOU REALIZE??". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.