Start A Fire

by John Legend

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Lyrics

I don’t know why I keep mov in’ my bod y;

I don’t know if this is wrong or if it’s right.

I don’t know if it’s the beat, but some thing’s tak ing o ver me,

and (F)I just know I feel so good to night.

I don’t know what your name is, but I like it.

I been think in’ ’bout some things I wan na try.

I don’t know what you came to do, but I want to do it with you.

And (F)I just know I feel so good to night.

Oh, (F)if we keep on (Am)danc ing, take the (F)rhy thm to new heights,

(F)feel the heat of (C)pas sion, ba by, (Bb)light up

the night,

(E)(we can start a fi re.) Come on let it burn, ba by.

(We can start a fi re.) Let the ta bles turn, ba by.

(We can start a (Am)fi

re.) And (F)I just know I feel so good, (G)don’t you know I feel so good, (F)I just know I feel so good

to night.

I don’t care (CN.C.)if this turns in to a ri ot; let’s get reck less, tear this place down to the floor.

Turn the mu sic way up loud; can’t no bod y stop us now.

Oh, (F)I just know I feel so good to night.

Oh,

(F)I just know I feel so good to night.

(We can start a fi (F)don’t you know, (E)don’t you know,

to night.

Start A Fire by John Legend — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Start A Fire” by John Legend 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 92 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 "Start A Fire" 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 "Start A Fire"?
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.