Summertime Sadness

by Lana Del Rey

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(A)Kiss me hard be fore you go,

(B)sum mer time sad ness.

(A)I just want ed you to know

that, (B)ba by, you the best.

I got my (A)red dress on to night,

danc in’ in the (B)dark in the pale moon light.

Done my hair up real by big, my beau ty queen style.

I High heels I off, I’ll I’m feel in’ a live.

(A)Oh, my God, I (C#m)feel it in the air.

Tel e phone (B)wires a bove are (F#m)siz zlin’ like a snare.

Hon ey, (A)I’m on fire, I (C#m)feel it ev ’ry where.

Noth in’ (B)scares me an y more.

(Two, three, four.) (A)Kiss me hard be fore you go,

(B)sum mer time sad ness.

(A)I just want ed you to know

that, (B)ba by, you the best.

I got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.

Su su sum mer time, (F#m)sum mer time sad ness.

Got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.

(B)Oh,

oh, oh.

I’m feel in’ (A)e lec tric to night,

cruis in’ down the (B)coast, go in’ ’bout ninety nine.

Got my bad up ba by by my heav en ly side.

I know if I go, I’ll die hap py to night.

(A)Oh, my God, I (C#m)feel it in the air.

Tel e phone (B)wires a bove are (F#m)siz zlin’ like a snare.

Hon ey, (A)I’m on fire, I (C#m)feel it ev ’ry where.

Noth in’ (B)scares me an y more.

(Two, three, four.) (A)Kiss me hard be fore you go,

(B)sum mer time sad ness.

(A)I just want ed you to know

that, (B)ba by, you the best.

I got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.

Su su sum mer time, (F#m)sum mer time sad ness.

Got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.

(B)Oh, oh, oh.

I’m feel in’

Think I’ll miss you for ev (C#m)er

like the (A)stars miss the sun in the (F#m)morn ing sky.

Lat er’s bet ter than nev (C#m)er.

E ven (B)if you’re gone, I’m gon na drive,

(drive,)

drive.

I got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.

Su su sum mer time, (F#m)sum mer time sad ness.

Got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.

(B)Oh, oh, oh.

Summertime Sadness by Lana Del Rey — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Summertime Sadness” by Lana Del Rey 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 E at 100 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 "Summertime Sadness" 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 "Summertime Sadness"?
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.