Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word

by Elton John

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Lyrics

What have I got to do to (Gm7)make you love me?

What have I got to do to (F7)make you care?

What do I (Gm7)do when light ning strikes me

and I wake to find that (F7)you’re not (Bb)there?

What do I (Gm7)do to make you want me?

What have I got to do to be heard?

What do I (Gm7)say when it’s all o ver,

and (F)sor ry seems to be the (F7)hard est word?

It’s sad,

so sad.

It’s a sad, sad (C)sit u a tion, and it’s get ting (D7)more and more ab surd.

It’s sad,

so sad.

Why can’t we talk it o ver?

Oh, it seems to me

that (Cm)sor ry seems to be the hard est word.

the hard est word.

What do I do to make you love me?

Oh,

what have I got to do to be heard?

What do I (Gm7)do when light ning (Cm7)strikes me?

(A)What have I got to do?

(Gm)What have I got to do

when (A)sor ry seems to be the hard est (Gm)word?

Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word” by Elton John 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 Eb at 132 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 "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" 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 "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word"?
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.