So Yesterday

by Hilary Duff

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So (G5)yes ter day,

so (A5)yes ter day, so (G5)yes ter day.

You can (Am)change your (G)life if you wan na.

You can change your (Fmaj7)clothes if you wan na.

If you (Am)change your (G)mind, well that’s the way it (Fmaj7)goes.

But I’m You gon na (G)keep your jeans me when you and your (Fmaj7)old black nore hat ’cause I wan na.

They look (Am)good on (G)me.

You’re nev er gon na get them (Fmaj7)back, at least (Dm)not to day, (C)not to day, (G)not to day.

’Cause, if it’s o ver (G5)let it go and come to mor row it will seem so (A5)yes ter day, so (G5)yes ter day.

I’m just a bird that’s al read y flown a way.

Laugh it off and (G5)let it go and when you wake up it will seem so (A5)yes ter day, so (G5)yes ter day.

Have n’t you heard that I’m gon na be o kay?

O kay,

you can (Am)say you’re (G)bored if you wan na.

You could act real (Fmaj7)tough if you wan na.

You could (Am)say you’re (G)torn well but I’ve heard e (Fmaj7)nough.

Thank you.

You made my (G)mind up for me when you start ed (Fmaj7)to ig nore me.

’cause I Do you see a (Am)sin gle (G)tear?

It is n’t gon na hap pen (Fmaj7)here, at least (Dm)not to day, (C)not to day, (G)not to day.

’Cause, if it’s o ver (G5)let it go and come to mor row it will seem so (A5)yes ter day, so (G5)yes ter day.

I’m just a bird that’s al read y flown a way.

Laugh it off and (G5)let it go and when you wake up it will seem so (A5)yes ter day, so (G5)yes ter day.

Have n’t you heard that I’m gon na be o kay?

O kay,

you can

If (G)you’re o ver me, I’m al read y o ver you.

If it’s all been done, what is left to do?

How can you hang up if the line is dead?

If you wan na walk, I’m a step a head.

If you’re mov in’ on, I’m al read y gone.

If the light is off, then it is n’t on,

at least (Dm)not to day, (Csus2)not to day, (G)not to day.

’Cause n’t you heard?

If it’s o ver, let it go and come to mor row it will seem so (A5)yes ter day, so (G5)yes ter day.

I’m just a bird that’s al read y flown a way.

Laugh it off and (G5)let it go and when you wake up it will seem so (A5)yes ter day, so (G5)yes ter day.

Have n’t you heard that I’m gon na be o kay?

So Yesterday by Hilary Duff — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “So Yesterday” by Hilary Duff 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 100 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 "So Yesterday" 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 "So Yesterday"?
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.