Starboy

by The Weeknd

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Lyrics

I’m tryin’ to put you in the worst mood, (G)ah.

P One clean er than your church shoes, (F)ah.

Mil li point two, just to hurt you, (G)ah.

All red Lamb’ just to tease you, (Am)ah.

None of these toys on lease too, (G)ah.

Made your whole year in a week (F)too, ah.

Main **** out of your league too, (G)ah.

Side **** out of your league too, (Am)ah.

House so emp ty, need a cen ter piece.

Twen ty racks, a ta ble carved from e bo ny.

Cut that i v’ry in to skin ny piec (G)es, then she clean it with her face, man, I love my ba (Am)by.

You talk in’ mon ey, need a hear in’ aid.

You talk in’ ’bout me, I don’t see the shade.

Switch up my style, I’ll take a ny lane.

I’ll switch up my cup if I kill a ny pain.

Look what you’ve done.

I’m a mo’ **** in’ (Am)star boy.

Look what you’ve done.

I’m a mo’ **** in’ (Am)star boy.

Starboy by The Weeknd — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Starboy by The Weeknd 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 82 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 confidence with a three-chord loop — Am, F, and G — that repeats throughout, so once your hands know the pattern, you essentially know the whole song. Your left hand plays block bass notes, which means you're landing one solid note per chord change rather than juggling a busy pattern, so focus on making those bass notes firm and evenly timed at 82 BPM. Your right hand handles the chord shapes: Am and G sit naturally under your fingers, but watch the move to F, where you'll want to shift smoothly without a gap in the sound. Practice that Am-to-F transition slowly, hands separately at first, until it feels automatic. Once it's comfortable, bring both hands together and loop just the first four bars until the groove locks in. A common stumble is rushing the G chord because it feels like a turnaround — resist that, keep it steady, and let the rhythm do the work. This is the song that'll make three-chord progressions feel like second nature in your hands.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Starboy" 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 "Starboy"?
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 "Starboy" use?
Just 3 chords: Am, F, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other The Weeknd songs work for kids?
Try "DIE FOR YOU", "CALL OUT MY NAME", "EARNED IT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.