Is "Someone Like You" 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 "Someone Like You"?

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.

How many chords does "Someone Like You" use?

Just 7 chords: Bm, C, D, E, Em, G, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.

What other Adele songs work for kids?

Try "SOMEONE LIKE YOU", "Hello", "SKYFALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Someone Like You

· by Adele

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Lyrics

I (G)heard

that you’re

set tled down.

That you

found a girl and you’re

mar ried now.

I heard that your (Bm)dreams came true.

Guess she (Em)gave you things

I did n’t (C)give to you.

(G)Old friend,

why are you (Bm)so shy?

Ain’t like (Em)you to hold back, or (C)hide from the light.

I (D)hate to turn up out of the (E)blue un in vit ed but I could n’t stay a way.

I could n’t fight it.

I had (D)hoped you’d see my face and (Em)that you’d be re mind ed that for (C)me it is n’t (D)o ver.

Nev er mind I’ll (D)find some one like (Em)you.

I wish (G)noth ing but the (D)best for (Em)you

(C)two.

Don’t for (G)get me, I (D)beg.

I’ll re (Em)mem ber you (C)said some times it (G)lasts and loves but (D)some times it hurts in (Em)stead.

Some times it (G)lasts and loves but (D)some times it hurts in (Em)stead.

Someone Like You by Adele — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Someone Like You” by Adele 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 68 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build your left-hand Alberti bass pattern — that broken-chord figure where your fingers roll bottom-top-middle-top beneath the melody. At 68 BPM the tempo is forgiving, but don't let that fool you: slow songs expose every uneven note, so practice your left hand alone first until the Alberti motion feels automatic across all seven chords. Pay special attention to the transitions into Bm and E — both use notes outside the simple G-major hand position, so isolate those changes and loop them until your fingers land without hesitation. Once each hand is confident, bring them together at half speed and gradually work up. Keep your wrist relaxed and let the sustain pedal connect each chord change smoothly, lifting right as the new chord sounds. Nail this piece and you'll have Alberti bass in your muscle memory for good.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Someone Like You" 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 "Someone Like You"?: 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.
How many chords does "Someone Like You" use?: Just 7 chords: Bm, C, D, E, Em, G, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Adele songs work for kids?: Try "SOMEONE LIKE YOU", "Hello", "SKYFALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.