Start Over

by Beyoncé

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Lyrics

(A)I

feel weak,

that (D)we’ve been here (E)be fore.

(C#m)’Cause (A)I

feel we

keep pre (C#)keep ing go ing back and forth.

(F#m)May be (E)it’s (A)o ver, (D)may be (E)we’re (F#m)through.

(C#m)But I (F#m)hon est (E)ly (A)can say,

I still (E)love (F#m)you.

(F#m)May be we reached the moun tain peak and there’s (D)no more left to climb.

(C#m)And (F#m)may be we lost the ma gic piece and we’re (D)both too blind to find.

Let’s start (F#m)o

ver,

(D)let’s give love their (F#m)wings.

Let’s (C#m)start (F#m)o

ver,

and stop (D)fight ing ’bout the same old (F#m)thing.

Let’s start (F#m)o

ver,

we can’t (D)let our good love (F#m)die.

May be we can start all o ver,

(F#m)give love an oth er life.

(A)I

can see

that (D)we’re not hap (E)py here.

(C#m)So (A)why

would we

keep pre (C#)tend ing when there’s noth ing there.

(F#m)May be (E)you (A)like it, (D)well, be (E)I (F#m)don’t.

(C#m)And I (F#m)may be (E)you’ll (A)set tle,

I well, (E)I (F#m)won’t.

(F#m)May be we reached the moun tain peak and there’s (D)no more left to climb.

(C#m)And (F#m)may be we lost the ma gic piece and we’re (D)both too blind to find.

Let’s start (F#m)o

ver,

(D)let’s give love their (F#m)wings.

Let’s (C#m)start (F#m)o

ver,

and stop (D)fight ing ’bout the same old (F#m)thing.

Let’s start (F#m)o

ver,

we can’t (D)let our good love (F#m)die.

May be we can start all o ver,

(F#m)give love an oth er life.

(F#m)give love an oth er life.

I know (E)that (A)this will hurt you, I know (E)you’ll (F#m)cry.

I know (E)I (A)called you self ish, but that’s (E)a (F#m)lie.

I feel (E)I (A)know what’s best (D)for us.

(F#m)Let’s

start (F#m)o

ver,

and (D)let’s give love their (F#m)wings.

Let’s (C#m)start (F#m)o

ver, I’m tired of (D)fight ing ’bout the same (E)old (F#m)things.

Let’s start (A)o

ver,

yeah.

We both (C#m)know that this love won’t die.

May be we can start all o ver

(E)and (F#m)give love an oth er life.

Start Over by Beyoncé — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Start Over by Beyoncé 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 73 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 "Start Over" 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 Over"?
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 "Start Over" use?
Just 6 chords: A, C#, C#m, D, E, F#m. Take it one section at a time.
What other Beyoncé songs work for kids?
Try "1 + 1", "LOVE ON TOP", "Best Thing I Never Had". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.