Is "Thank U, Next" 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 "Thank U, Next"?

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 "Thank U, Next" use?

Just 6 chords: A#dim, Bm7, D, D7, F#7, Gmaj7. Take it one section at a time.

What other Ariana Grande songs work for kids?

Try "hate that i made you love me", "BREATHIN", "IMAGINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Thank U, Next

· by Ariana Grande

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Lyrics

Thought I’d end up with (Gmaj7)Sean,

but he was n’t a (A#dim)match.

ing.

Wrote some songs a bout (Bm7)Rick y; we’re now I lis ten and (D)laugh.

sions.

I E ven al most got (Gmaj7)mar ried, and for Pete I’m so (A#dim)thank ful.

Wish I could say “thank you” to (Bm7)Mal colm, and ’cause he was an (D7)an gel.

I’ve One taught me (Gmaj7)love, one taught me (A#dim)pa tience, and one taught me (Bm7)pain.

Now I’m so a (D7)mazed as I’ve loved and I’ve (Gmaj7)lost.

But that’s not what (A#dim)I see, so look what I (Bm7)got.

Look what you (D)taught me.

And for that I (Gmaj7)say: Thank u, next, (F#)next.

Thank u, next, (Bm7)next.

Thank u, next.

(D7)I’m so fuck ing grate ful for my (Gmaj7)ex.

Thank u, next, (F#)next.

Thank u, next, (Bm7)next.

Thank u, next.

(D7)I’m so fuck ing...

Spend more time with my (Gmaj7)friends.

I ain’t wor ried ’bout (A#dim)match.

ma.

Plus, I met some one (Bm7)else; y; we’re hav ing bet ter dis (D)cus ma.

On know they say I move (Gmaj7)on too and but this one gon’ (A#dim)last, ful.

Wish I God ’cause her name is (Bm7)Ar i, ’Least ’cause so good with (D7)that.

gel.

I’ve She taught me (Gmaj7)love, she taught me (A#dim)pa tience.

How she han dles (Bm7)pain, It that shit’s a (D7)maz ing.

I’ve loved and I’ve (Gmaj7)lost, but that’s not what (A#dim)I see, ’cause look what I (Bm7)found.

No need for (D)search ing.

And for that I (Gmaj7)say: Thank u, next, (F#)next.

Thank u, next, (Bm7)next.

Thank u, next.

(D7)I’m so fuck ing grate ful for my (Gmaj7)ex.

Thank u, next, (F#)next.

Thank u, next, (Bm7)next.

Thank u, next.

(D7)I’m so fuck ing...

Spend more time with my (D7)I’m so fuck ing grate ful for my (Gmaj7)ex.

Thank u, next.

(D7)I’m so fuck ing...

One day I’ll walk down that (D7)I’m so fuck ing grate ful for my (Gmaj7)ex.

Thank u, next.

Yeah, ee.

Thank u, next.

Yeah, ee.

Thank U, Next by Ariana Grande — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Thank U, Next” by Ariana Grande 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 D at 108 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 "Thank U, Next" 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 "Thank U, Next"?: 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 "Thank U, Next" use?: Just 6 chords: A#dim, Bm7, D, D7, F#7, Gmaj7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Ariana Grande songs work for kids?: Try "hate that i made you love me", "BREATHIN", "IMAGINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.