Steppin' To The Bad Side

by Tom Eyen

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(Gm7)Step pin’ to the bad side.

Hoo, (D7)hoo, (Gm7)hoo.

Gon Gon na na take take a a mean mean ride.

ride.

The smile I had is gone a way.

(Eb6)Step pin’ to the bad side

to (Gm)day.

(Gm7)Step pin’ to the bad side.

(Bb)Hoo, (D7)hoo, (Gm7)hoo.

Gon na take a mean ride.

(Bb)Hoo, (D7)hoo, (Gm7)hoo.

The smile I had is gone a way.

Those that steal are gon na pay.

(Eb6)Step pin’ to the bad side

to (Gm7)day.

I (Gm)tell you, now, it’s got to end.

(Gm)No more trust in’ them, my friends.

(Am7)We’re gon na (Gm)change our style, change our tone, (Gm)make the songs we sing our own.

Step pin’ Step to pin’ to the the bad bad side.

side.

(Bb)Hoo, (D7)hoo, (Gm7)hoo.

Gon na take a mean ride.

(Bb)Hoo, (D7)hoo, (Gm7)hoo.

I’ll (Gm)get you all the breaks you need.

(Dm7)In (Gm)just two years we’ll be in the lead.

(Gm)Can’t sit back, (Dm7)it’s plain to see.

(Gm)O pen your eyes and trust in me.

(Gm7)Step pin’ to the bad side.

(Bb)Hoo, (D7)hoo, (Gm7)hoo.

(Gm7)Gon na take a mean ride.

(Bb)Hoo, (D7)hoo, (Gm7)hoo.

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(Gm)Step.

Step pin’ to the (Gm7)bad side.

Step pin’ to the bad (C7)side.

Step pin’ to the (Gm7)bad side.

Step pin’ to the bad (C7)side.

I had to (Gm7)step in to the bad side.

I had to take my self a mean ride.

You know the (Gm)smile I had is gone a way.

Those that steal are (C)gon na pay.

(Cm)Step pin’ to the (D7sus)bad side.

(Gm7)Yeah, yeah.

A man just stole my wom an from me.

(Gm7)Took her down to Ten nes see.

(Gm7)She was the best girl I ev er knew.

(Am7)If it (Gm7)were n’t for him, she’d still be true.

(Am7)I (Gm7)al ways been a good man, it’s been said.

(Dm7)But when I (Gm7)catch that man, he’ll wish he were dead.

(Gm7)Men like him make good men mad.

(Gm7)Start ing to day I’m gon na be (CN.C.)bad.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

Step, step to the (Eb)bad (F)side.

Step, step to the (Eb)bad (F)side.

Step, step to the (Eb)bad (F)side.

Step, step to the (Eb)bad (F)side.

Steppin' To The Bad Side by Tom Eyen — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Steppin' To The Bad Side by Tom Eyen 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 80 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 "Steppin' To The Bad Side" 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 "Steppin' To The Bad Side"?
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.