Shut Up And Dance

by Walk The Moon

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“Oh, don’t you (C)dare look back, just keep your eyes on me.” I said, “You’re hold in’ back.” She said, “Shut up and dance with me.” This wom an is my des ti ny.

She said, “Ooh, hoo, shut (Am)up and (G)dance with me.”

We were (F)vic tims (G)of the night, the (G)chem i cal, (F)phy si cal, (G)kryp ton ite; I help less to the (F)bass and the (G)fad in’ light.

I Oh, we were (F)bound to get to (G)geth er, bound to (C)get to geth er.

(C)She took (F)my arm,

I don’t know how it hap pened.

(C)We took (F)the floor and she (G)said,

“Oh, don’t you (C)dare look back, just keep your (Am)eyes on me.” I said, “You’re (C)hold in’ back.” She said, “Shut (Am)up and (G)dance with me.” This wom an is my (Am)des ti ny.

She said, (C)“Ooh, hoo, shut (Am)up and (G)dance with (F)me.”

A (G)back less (F)dress and (G)beat up sneaks, my (G)dis co theque (F)Ju li et (G)teen age dream.

I felt it in my (F)chest as she (G)looked at me.

I knew we were (F)bound to get to (G)geth er, bound to (C)get to geth er.

(C)She took (F)my arm,

I don’t know how it hap pened.

(C)We took (F)the floor and she (G)said,

“Oh, don’t you (C)dare look back, just keep your (Am)eyes on me.” I said, “You’re (C)hold in’ back.” She said, “Shut (Am)up and (G)dance with me.” This wom an is my (Am)des ti ny.

She said, (C)“Ooh, hoo, shut (Am)up and (G)dance with (F)me.”

A (G)back less

(C)Deep in (F)her eyes,

I think I see the fu ture.

(C)I re (F)al ize

this is my last chance.

(C)She took (F)my arm,

I don’t know how it hap pened.

(C)We took (F)the floor and she (G)said,

“Oh, don’t you (C)dare look back, just keep your eyes on me.” I said, “You’re hold in’ back.” She said, “Shut up and dance with me.” This wom an is my des ti ny.

She said, “Ooh, hoo, shut (CN.C.)up and dance.

Don’t you (F)me.”

Shut Up And Dance by Walk The Moon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shut Up And Dance” by Walk The Moon 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 120 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 "Shut Up And Dance" 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 "Shut Up And Dance"?
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.
What other Walk The Moon songs work for kids?
Try "SHUT UP AND DANCE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.