Should I Stay Or Should I Go

· by The Clash

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(CN.C.)Dar ling, you’ve got to let me (D)know:

You’re should I stay or should I go?

If day you say that you are (G)mine,

I’ll be here till the end of (D)time.

So you’ve got to let me (A7)know:

should I stay or should I (D)go?

(CN.C.)It’s al ways tease, tease, (D)tease.

You’re hap py when I’m on my knees.

One day is fine and next is (G)black.

So if you want me off your (D)back,

well, come on and let me (A7)know:

should I stay or should I (D)go?

(CN.C.)It’s al ways tease, tease, (CN.C.)Should I stay or should I go ¿Me now?

de bo ir o que dar (D)me?

Should I stay or should I go ¿Me now?

de bo ir o que dar (D)me?

If I go, there will be trou ble.

Si me voy va pe li And gro.

if I stay, it will be dou ble.

Me que do es do ble.

So, come on and let me know.

Me tie nes que de

This in de ci sion’s bug gin’ me.

Un de ci sion me mo (D)les ta.

If you don’t want me, set me free.

Si no me quie res lib ra (D)me.

Ex act ly who’m I s’posed to be?

Di ga me que (G)ten go Don’t ser.

you know which clothes e ven fit ¿Sa me?

ves que ro bas me quer (D)da?

Come on and let me know: Me tie nes que de sir.

should I cool it or should I blow?

¿Mi de bo ir o que dar (CN.C.)me?

Should I stay or should I (G)sir.

Should I stay or should I (D)go?

Should I Stay Or Should I Go by The Clash — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Should I Stay Or Should I Go” by The Clash 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 114 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 "Should I Stay Or Should I Go" 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 "Should I Stay Or Should I Go"?: 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 "Should I Stay Or Should I Go" use?: Just 5 chords: A7, C, D, F, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Clash songs work for kids?: Try "TRAIN IN VAIN", "THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN", "ROCK THE CASBAH". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.