Stubborn Love

by The Lumineers

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Lyrics

She’ll (Fsus2)lie (F)and steal and (Am)cheat,

and (Fsus2)beg (F)you from her (C)knees,

But (Fsus2)make (F)you think she (Am)means don’t it this time.

She’ll (Fsus2)tear (F)a hole in (Am)you,

the (Fsus2)one (F)you can’t re (C)pair.

But (Fsus2)I (F)still love her, (Am)I don’t real ly care.

She’ll (Fsus2)tear (F)a hole in

When we were (C)young, (Am)oh, (G)we did e nough.

When it got (C)cold, (Am)ooh, (G)we bun dled up.

I can’t be (C)told, (Am)ah, (G)it can’t be done.

It’s (F)bet ter (F)to (G)feel pain

than (F)noth ing at all.

The (F)op po site of (Am)love’s in dif fer ence.

So (F)pay at ten tion, (Am)now;

I’m (F)stand ing on your (C)porch scream ing out, and (F)I won’t leave un (Am)til you come down (C)stairs.

So keep your (F)head

up;

keep your (G)love.

(Am)Keep your (F)head

up,

keep my (G)love.

(Am)Keep your (Am)Keep your (F)head

up,

my (G)love.

(Am)Keep your (F)head

up;

keep your (G)love.

And I don’t blame you, (Am)dear,

for (F)run ning like you (C)did all these years.

I (F)I would do the (Am)same, you’d best be lieve.

The high way signs say we’re (Am)close,

but (F)I don’t read those (C)things an y more.

I (F)nev er trust ed (Am)my you’d own be eyes.

The high way signs say we’re

When we were (C)young, (Am)oh, (G)we did e nough.

When it got (C)cold, (Am)ooh, (G)we bun dled up.

I can’t be (C)told, (Am)ah, (G)it can’t be done.

So keep your (F)head

up;

keep your (G)love.

(Am)Keep your (F)head

up,

keep my (G)love.

(Am)Keep your (Am)Keep your (F)head

up,

my (G)love.

(Am)Keep your (F)head

up;

keep your (G)love.

(F)Head

up,

(G)love.

(F)Head

up,

(G)love.

(F)Head

up,

(G)love.

(F)Head

up,

(G)love.

Stubborn Love by The Lumineers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stubborn Love by The Lumineers 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 232 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 "Stubborn Love" 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 "Stubborn Love"?
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 "Stubborn Love" use?
Just 5 chords: Am, C, F, Fsus2, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Lumineers songs work for kids?
Try "PATIENCE", "CLEOPATRA", "GALE SONG". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.