Speed Of Sound

by Coldplay

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Lyrics

How (A5)long be fore I get in,

be fore it starts, be fore I be gin?

How (A5)long be fore you de cide,

be fore I know what it feels like?

Where (A5)to, where do I go?

If you nev er try, then you’ll nev er know.

How (A5)long do I have to climb

up on the side of this moun tain of mine?

Look (A5)up, I look up at night.

Plan ets are mov ing at the speed of light.

sign

Climb (A5)up, ings up in the trees.

Ev ’ry chance that you get is a chance you seize.

How (A5)long am I gon na stand

with my head stuck un der the sand?

I’ll (A5)start be fore I can stop, but be fore I see things the right way up.

(D)me.

All that noise and all that sound.

All those plac es I got found.

And (G)birds go fly in’ at the (Bm)speed of sound to (D)show ya how it all be gan.

Birds came fly in’ from the (Bm)un der ground.

If you could (F#m)see it then you’d un der stand.

I (A5)deas that you’ll nev er find.

All the in ven tors at could nev er de sign

the (A5)build ings that you put up.

Ev Like Ja pan and Chi na a all lit up.

A (A5)sign that I could n’t read

or a light that I could n’t see.

Some (A5)things you have to be lieve, but oth ers are puz zles, the puz zl in’ (D)me.

All that noise and all that sound.

All those plac es I got found.

And (G)birds go fly in’ at the (Bm)speed of sound to (D)show ya how it all be gan.

Birds came fly in’ from the (Bm)un der ground.

If you could (F#m)see it then you’d un der stand.

Ah, when you (F#m)see it then you’ll un der stand.

All those signs, I knew what they (Bm7)meant.

Some things you (E7)can’t in vent.

Some get made and some get sent,

ooh.

And

Ah, when you (F#m)see it then you’ll un der stand.

Speed Of Sound by Coldplay — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Speed Of Sound by Coldplay 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 D at 110 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 "Speed Of Sound" 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 "Speed Of Sound"?
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 "Speed Of Sound" use?
Just 13 chords: A, Apow, Bm, Bm7, D, Dpow, E7, Em, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Coldplay songs work for kids?
Try "Everglow", "HYMN FOR THE WEEKEND", "FIX YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.