Smile

by Lily Allen

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(Gm)When you first left me, I was want ing (F)more, me back but you were kiss ing that (Gm)girl next door; what’d you do that (F)for?

I (Gm)When you first left me, I did n’t know what to (F)say.

my self.

I’d nev er been on my (Gm)own that way; just sat by my (F)self all day.

I was so lost back then, but, with a lit tle help from my friends, I found the light in the tun nel at the end.

Now you’re call ing me up on the phone, so you can have a lit tle whine and a moan; it’s on ly be cause you’re feel ing a (F)lone.

At first, when I see you (Fmaj7)cry,

it makes me (Gm)smile,

yeah, it makes me (Fmaj7)smile.

At worst, I feel bad for a (Fmaj7)while,

but then I just (Gm)smile;

I go a head and (Fmaj7)smile.

When (Gm)ev er you see me, I you say you (F)want me back but and I tell you it (Gm)don’t mean jack; no, it don’t mean (F)jack.

I (Gm)could n’t stop laugh ing; I no, I just could n’t (F)help my self.

I’d See, you messed up my (Gm)men tal health; I was quite un (F)well.

all day.

I was so lost back then, but, with a lit tle help from my friends, I found the light in the tun nel at the end.

Now you’re call ing me up on the phone, so you can have a lit tle whine and a moan; it’s on ly be cause you’re feel ing a (F)lone.

At first, when I see you (Fmaj7)cry,

it makes me (Gm)smile,

yeah, it makes me (Fmaj7)smile.

At worst, I feel bad for a (Fmaj7)while,

but then I just (Gm)smile;

I go a head and (Fmaj7)smile.

When (Fmaj7)smile.

La la (Gm)la la la la la la la la la la la la (F)la la la la la la la la la la la la (Gm)la la la la la la la la la la la la la.

At first, when I see you (Fmaj7)cry,

it makes me (Gm)smile,

yeah, it makes me (F)smile.

At worst, I feel bad for a (Fmaj7)while,

but then I just (Gm)smile;

I go a head and (Fmaj7)smile.

At first, when I see you (Fmaj7)cry,

it makes me (Gm)smile,

yeah, it makes me (F)smile.

At worst, I feel bad for a (Fmaj7)while,

but then I just (Gm)smile;

I go a head and (Fmaj7)smile.

(Fmaj7)smile.

Smile by Lily Allen — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Smile” by Lily Allen 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 Bb at 100 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 "Smile" 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 "Smile"?
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.