Something To Talk About

by Bonnie Raitt

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Lyrics

Peo ple are talk ing, talk ing a bout peo ple.

I hear them whis ing per, nerv ous, you won’t be lieve it.

They think we’re lov ers kept un der cov er.

I just ig nore it.

They keep ing say ing we (F#m)laugh ing a just a lit tle too loud,

stand ing just a lit tle too close,

we stare ing just a lit tle too same long.

way.

May be they’re see ing some thing we don’t, it, dar ling.

(E)Come Let’s on, give give them them some some thing thing to to talk talk a a bout.

Let’s give them some thing (E)to talk a bout.

I wan na give them some thing to (E)talk a bout.

I want your (F#m)love.

And I feel so fool ish.

I nev er no ticed that, ba by, you’re act ing so nerv ous, you like you’re fall ing.

It took a ru mor to make me won der.

Now I’m con vinced that you’re go ing un der, now.

(F#m)Think ing a bout you ev er y day,

dream ing ’bout you ev er y night,

we hop ing that you feel tle the same long.

way.

Now that we know it, let’s real ly show it, ba by.

(E)Come Let’s on, give give them them some some thing thing to to talk talk a a bout,

a lit tle mys t’ry (E)to fig ure out.

I wan na give them some thing to (E)talk a bout.

I want your (F#m)love.

And

Give a lit tle some thing to talk (CN.C.)a bout, babe.

I got some mys t’ry; why don’t you just fig ure out?

Give them some thing to (G)talk a bout.

How a bout love?

Woo,

lis ten up, ba by.

A lit tle mys t’ry won’t (G)hurt.

Give them some thing to (G)talk a bout.

How a bout love?

Something To Talk About by Bonnie Raitt — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Something To Talk About by Bonnie Raitt 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 A at 110 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 "Something To Talk About" 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 "Something To Talk About"?
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 "Something To Talk About" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Ab, Am, Bb, C, D, E, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bonnie Raitt songs work for kids?
Try "I Can't Help You Now", "ANGELS FROM MONTGOMERY", "LOVE SNEAKIN' UP ON YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.