Tainted Love

by Soft Cell

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Lyrics

(C)Some times

(C)I (F)feel I’ve got (Dm)to

(C)run a way; I’ve got (Dm)to

(C)get a way from the pain (Dm)you (Am)drive

in to the (C)heart of me.

The love

(C)we (F)share

seems (Dm)to (Am)go

(C)no (F)where,

and (Dm)I’ve (Am)lost

(C)my (F)light,

for (Dm)I (Am)toss and turn.

I can’t (C)sleep at night.

Once I ran to you.

Now I’ll run from you,

this taint ed love you’ve giv en.

I (D)give you all a boy could give you.

Take my tears and that’s not liv ing.

(Am)Oh,

taint ed (F)love,

taint ed (F)love.

(Am)Now

(C)I

(F)know I’ve got (Dm)to

(C)run a way.

I’ve got (Dm)to

(C)get a way.

You don’t (Dm)real ly want it an y (C)more from me.

To make

(C)things

(F)right you need some (Dm)one

to (C)hold you tight.

And (Dm)you’ll (Am)think love (C)is to pray.

But I’m (Dm)sor ry I don’t (C)pray that way.

(Am)Oh,

taint ed (F)love,

(C)taint ed love.

Don’t (Am)touch (C)me,

(F)please, I can not (Dm)stand the way you tease.

I (Dm)love you though you (C)hurt me, so

now (Dm)I’m (Am)gon na pack my (C)things and go.

(C)Taint ed love.

(C)Taint ed love.

Tainted Love by Soft Cell — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Tainted Love” by Soft Cell 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 A at 100 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 "Tainted 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 "Tainted 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.
What other Soft Cell songs work for kids?
Try "TAINTED LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.