Stuck In The Middle

by Mika

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I sit and (Gm9)think a bout the day that you’re gon na die.

er;

Your wrin kled (Gm9)eyes be tray the joy with which you (F)smile.

ter.

Care to see my rea ger son?

than yours, Care to put your life (CN.C.)in mine?

Look in’ at life from the per (C)spec tive of a boy tion.

who’s learned to love you, but has al so learned to (F)grow.

sion.

Could we make it bet ter ter?

than one?

Storm y weath er is so hard (CN.C.)to know.

(F)(Oh, oh, oh,

is there an y bod y (F)home

who will be lieve me, won’t de ceive me, won’t (C7)try to change me?

(F)Ah, ah, ah,

is there an y bod y (F)home

who wants to have me just to love me?

(C7)Stuck (CN.C.)in the (Dm7)mid dle.)

Yeah,

yeah.

Yeah.

I look at (Gm9)you, you look at me, we you’re bite each oth er;

and with your (Gm9)bit ter words, you kick me in the (F)gut ter.

But my truths are big ger son?

than yours, ’cause you’ll nev er stand (CN.C.)my fight.

Ours is a fam i ly that’s (C)based up on tra di tion.

But with my care less words, I tread up on your (F)vi sion.

Are we five kids bet ter ter?

than one?

Storm y weath Who does n’t like (CN.C.)to be (F)gone?

oh, oh,

is there an y bod y (F)home

who will be lieve me, won’t de ceive me, won’t (C7)try to change me?

(F)Ah, ah, ah,

is there an y bod y (F)home

who wants to have me just to love me?

(C7)Stuck (CN.C.)in the (Dm7)mid dle.)

Yeah,

yeah.

Yeah.

This is just who I am; This ain’t a great ter plan to break your heart

of me.

I know that what I’ve start ed means that, when we have part ed, I can live

in hon es (G7)ty.

me?

(C7)Stuck (CN.C.)in the (Dm7)mid dle.)

(Stuck in the (C)mid dle.)

(C)(Stuck in the (Dm7)mid dle.)

(Stuck in the (C)mid dle.)

(C)(Stuck in the

(C)(Stuck in the (Dm7)mid dle.)

Stuck In The Middle by Mika — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stuck In The Middle” by Mika 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 G at 93 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 "Stuck In The Middle" 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 "Stuck In The Middle"?
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.