Tennis Court

by Lorde

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Lyrics

Don’t you think that it’s (Am)bor ing how peo ple talk?

I’ll Mak ing smart with their (Am)words a gain, they do well, in I’m bored.

But Be cause (G)I’m do ing this for the thrill of it, kill ing it.

(Am)Nev er not chas ing a mil lion things when I want.

And I am (G)on ly as young as the min ute is, full of it, (Am)get ting pumped up on the lit tle bright things I bought.

But I know they’ll nev er own me.

Ba by, be the class clown,

I ’ll be the beau ty queen in (Am)tears.

It’s a new art form, show ing (G)peo ple how lit tle we care, yeah.

We’re so hap py,

e ven when we’re smil ing out of (G)fear.

Let’s go down to the ten nis court and talk it up like yeah, yeah.

Pret ty soon I’ll be (Am)get ting on my first plane.

I’ll see the veins of my (Am)cit y like they do well, in I’m space.

But my head’s (G)fill ing up fast with the wick ed games, up in flames; (Am)how can I fuck with the fun a gain, when I’m known?

And And my (G)boys trip me up with their heads a gain, lov ing them, (Am)ev ’ry thing’s cool when we’re all in line for the throne.

But I know it’s not for ev er.

Ba by, be the class clown,

I ’ll be the beau ty queen in (Am)tears.

It’s a new art form, show ing (G)peo ple how lit tle we care, yeah.

We’re so hap py,

e ven when we’re smil ing out of (G)fear.

Let’s go down to the ten nis court and talk it up like yeah, yeah.

and talk it up like yeah, yeah.

It looked al right in the pic tures.

(Am)Get ting caught’s half of the trip, though, is n’t it?

I’ll fall a part with all my heart.

And you could watch from your win dow.

And you could watch from your win dow.

and talk it up like yeah, yeah.

And talk it up like yeah, yeah.

And talk it up like yeah, yeah.

Let’s go down to the ten nis court and talk it up like yeah, yeah.

And talk it up like yeah, yeah.

And talk it up like yeah, yeah.

Let’s go down to the ten nis court and talk it up like yeah, yeah.

and talk it up like yeah, yeah.

Tennis Court by Lorde — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Tennis Court by Lorde 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 C at 90 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 "Tennis Court" 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 "Tennis Court"?
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 "Tennis Court" use?
Just 4 chords: Am, C, F, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Lorde songs work for kids?
Try "A WORLD ALONE", "GREEN LIGHT", "BUZZCUT SEASON". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.