Sweet As Whole

by Sara Bareilles

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Some times I can be per fect ly sweet; got this (Eb)sug ar y me all stuffed up in my sleeve.

And I’ll talk of po nies and rain bows and things and I’m (Db)just who you want me to be.

But like most crea tures down here on the ground, I’m com (Eb)posed of the el e ments mov ing a round.

And I grow and change and I shift and I switch, and it (Db)turns out I’m ac tu ’lly kind of a bitch.

But (Eb)that on ly hap pens when I get pro voked by some (Bbm)piece of shit ass hole we all sad ly know.

And I sit and I write while re mind ing you all that mean (Db)songs are still bet ter than go ing post al.

And that guy’s an ass hole.

That girl’s a (Eb)bitch.

Ba by, it’s (Bbm)nat ’ral;

no get ting a (Db)way from it.

So sing it out (Ab)with me

and then let it (Eb)go.

(Bbm)Fuck that guy; he’s (Eb)just an ass

hole.

Oh, ass hole,

ass (Bbm)hole,

ass (Eb7)hole.

I (Ab)see I’ve sur prised you with some of my words, and I (Eb)know that sur pris es, while fun, still can hurt.

And I hate to think that I’ve ru ined the day of the (Db)Dick and the Queen of the high horse pa rade.

But I’m sick and tired of your poi son ous ways.

You’re a (Eb)tox in wast ing per fect ly good space.

And I say what I think ’cause it’s (Db)more ec o nom ic than (Eb)drugs or a drink.

That guy’s an ass (Eb7)just an ass

hole.

And I won’t let him in,

un der my (Bbm)skin.

You’re a sad sack of shit;

it’s pa (Eb)thet ic.

Just a fes ter ing sore

who will nev er be more

than that if I don’t (Eb)let it.

And that guy’s an ass hole.

That guy’s an ass hole.

That girl’s a bitch.

That girl’s a bitch.

Ba by, it’s (Bbm)nat ’ral; Ba by, it’s nat ’ral; no get ting a (Eb)way no from get it.

ting a way So from sing it out it.

(Ab)with me Sing it out with me, and then let (Eb)it go.

then let it go.

(Bbm)Fuck that guy; he’s (Eb)just an ass

hole.

ass (Eb)hole,

ass (Bbm)hole,

ass (Eb)hole.

Ooh,

ooh, an (Ab)ass hole.

(Bbm)Fuck that guy; he’s (Eb)just an ass

hole.

Sweet As Whole by Sara Bareilles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sweet As Whole by Sara Bareilles 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 Db at 120 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 "Sweet As Whole" 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 "Sweet As Whole"?
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 "Sweet As Whole" use?
Just 9 chords: Ab, Bbm, Cm, Db, Eb, Eb7, Ebaug, Fm, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sara Bareilles songs work for kids?
Try "Vegas", "Hold My Heart", "1000 TIMES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.