Teenage Dream

by Katy Perry

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You think I’m pret ty with (Gsus2)out an y make up on, you think I’m fun ny when (Gsus2)I tell the punch line wrong.

I know you get me, so (Gsus2)I let my walls come down,

down.

Be fore you met me, (Em7)I was all right but (C)things were kind of heav y.

You (Em)brought me to life, now (C)ev ’ry Feb ru ar y, (Em)you’ll be my val en (C)tine,

val en tine.

(D)Let’s go (C)all

the way to (D)night; no re (C)grets,

just love.

(D)We can (C)dance

un til we (D)die, you and (C)I,

we’ll be (D)young for ev er.

(C)You make me feel (D)like I’m liv ing a (C)teen age dream, the (D)way you turn me on.

(C)I can’t sleep.

Let’s (D)run a way and don’t (Cmaj7)ev er look back, don’t (Em)ev er (D)look back.

(C)My heart stops (D)when you look at me.

(C)Just one touch, now (D)ba by, I be lieve (C)this is real.

So (D)take a chance and don’t (Cmaj7)ev er look back, don’t (Em)ev er (D)look back.

We drove to Ca li (Em7)and got drunk on the (C)beach, were got a mo tel and (Em)built a fort out of (C)sheets.

I fi n’lly found you, (Em)my miss ing puz zle (C)piece.

I’m com plete.

(D)Let’s go (C)all

the way to (D)night; no re (C)grets,

just love.

(D)We can (C)dance

un til we (D)die, you and (C)I,

we’ll be (D)young for ev er.

(C)You make me feel (D)like I’m liv ing a (C)teen age dream, the (D)way you turn me on.

(C)I can’t sleep.

Let’s (D)run a way and don’t (Cmaj7)ev er look back, don’t (Em)ev er (D)look back.

(C)My heart stops (D)when you look at me.

(C)Just one touch, now (D)ba by, I be lieve (C)this is real.

So (D)take a chance and don’t (Cmaj7)ev er look back, don’t (Em)ev er (D)look back.

(Em)ev er (D)look.

I’m a get your (Cmaj7)heart rac ing in my (D)skin tight jeans, be your teen age dream to night.

Let you put your (Cmaj7)hands on me in my (D)skin tight jeans, be your teen age dream to night.

teen age dream to night.

Teenage Dream by Katy Perry — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Teenage Dream” by Katy Perry 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 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Teenage Dream" 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 "Teenage Dream"?
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.