Slow Dance

by John Legend

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(Da, da da, da.

Na, na na, na, hoo.)

(Da, da da, da.

Na, na na, na, hoo.)

Can we wait just a min ute, slow it (Em7)down for a min ute, now, a ba by?

You’re (Bm)talk ing loud, you’re wild ing out.

Don’t (Em7)seem like my of old la dy.

Let’s go and play the songs we (Em7)used to play.

Can we (Bm)re ig nite the flame, ’cause the (Em7)things just ain’t the same?

We could (D)talk a bout de bat ing.

We could (Em7)talk un til we’re cra zy.

We could (Bm)fo cus on it now,

or we could (Em7)fo cus on it lat er.

We could (D)start an oth er fight.

We could (Em7)ar gue and fuss all night.

But I pro (Bm)pose that we go to the (Em7)floor and we slow

(D)dance.

To night I wan na dance.

Can you (Em7)do that with your man?

Yeah.

To night I wan na groove,

and let the (Em7)mu sic make you move,

(D)move,

move,

yeah.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.

Can we wait just a min ute, turn that (Em7)T V a off ute, for a min ute?

That (Bm)pol i tics and talk ing shit ain’t (Em7)real ly none of my bus’ ness.

Let’s go and play the songs we (Em7)used to play

on that (Bm)old school ra di o.

Let the (Em7)mu sic soothe your soul.

We For (D)get a bout the world.

ing.

We I’m (Em7)groov ing with my girl.

zy.

We For (Bm)get a bout the news.

or we Slip (Em7)on our danc ing shoes.

er.

Let’s not (D)talk a bout the war.

Don’t know (Em7)what they’re and fight ing for.

But I pro (Bm)pose that we go to the (Em7)floor and we slow

(D)dance.

To night I wan na dance.

Can you (Em7)do that with your man?

Yeah.

To night I wan na groove,

and let the (Em7)mu sic make you move,

(D)move,

move,

yeah.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.

Woo,

(D)hoo.

(Da, da da, da.

Na, na na, na, hoo.)

I love it.

I love it.

I love it.

We’re slow (Em7)danc ing to geth er.

I love it.

I love it.

I love it.

We’re slow (Em7)danc ing to geth er.

I love it.

I love it.

I pro (Bm)pose that we go to the (Em)floor and we slow

Woo,

(D)hoo.

Yeah,

yeah, yeah, yeah.

Na, na, na, na.

Woo,

(D)hoo.

Slow Dance by John Legend — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Slow Dance” by John Legend 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 86 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 "Slow 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 "Slow 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.