Slipped Away

by Avril Lavigne

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Lyrics

(G)Na na.

Na na na.

(G)Na na.

I miss you,

good miss you so bad.

I wish I don’t for get you.

you a gain.

I Oh, it’s so sad.

I hope you can (G)hear me.

I re mem ber it clear ly.

The (Em)day

(Am7)you

slipped a (G)way

was the (Em)day

I (Am7)found it won’t be the (G)same,

(D)oh.

(G)Na na.

Na na na.

(G)Na na.

I did n’t get a round to kiss you

good bye on the hand.

I wish that I could see you.

you a gain.

I know that I can’t.

I hope you can (G)hear me.

I re mem ber it clear ly.

The (Em)day

(Am7)you

slipped a (G)way

was the (Em)day

I (Am7)found it won’t be the (G)same,

(D)oh.

(G)Na na.

Na na na.

(G)Na na.

I did n’t get a round to (D)oh.

I (Am7)had my wake up.

(Em)Won’t you wake up?

(G)I keep ask ing why.

And (Em)I can’t take it.

It (D)was n’t fake.

It, it (C)hap pened.

You passed by.

(Em)Now you’re gone, now you’re gone.

(D)There you go, there you go, (C)some where I can’t bring you (Dsus)back.

(Em)Now you’re gone, now you’re gone.

(D)There you go, there you go, (C)some where.

You’re not com ing (D)back.

The (Em)day

(Am7)you

slipped a (G)way

was the (Em)day

I (Am7)found it won’t be the (G)same.

(D)No,

the (Em)day

(Am7)you

slipped a (G)way

was the (Em)day

I (Am7)found it won’t be the (G)same.

(D)No,

the (D)Oh.

(G)Na na.

Na na na.

(G)Na na.

I miss you,

Slipped Away by Avril Lavigne — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Slipped Away” by Avril Lavigne 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 81 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 "Slipped Away" 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 "Slipped Away"?
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.