The Fame

by Lady Gaga

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(Bb5)I can’t (Bb5)help my (G5)self, I’m (A5)ad (Bb5)dict ed to a (F5)life of ma (C)te ri (Bb5)al.

(Bb5)It’s some (Bb5)kind of (G5)joke.

I’m (A5)ob (Bb5)ses sive ly op (F5)posed to the (C)ty pi (Bb5)cal.

(G5)All (A5)we care a (Bb5)bout is run (A5)way (Bb5)mod els, Cad il lacs (C)and li quor (Bb5)bot tles.

(G5)Give (A5)me (Bb5)some thing I (Bb5)wan na be, re (A5)tro (Bb5)glam or, Hol ly wood.

(C)Yes, we live (Bb5)for the (G5)fame, fame.

(Bb5)Do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we wan na (G5)live the (A5)life of the (F5)rich and (C)fa (Bb5)mous.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we got a (G5)taste for (A5)cham pagne and (F5)end less (C)for (Bb5)tune.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)ba by, the fame, fame.

(Bb5)We live for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)ba by the fame, fame.

(C)Is n’t (Bb5)it a (G5)shame, shame, (Bb5)ba by, the shame, shame?

(Bb5)In it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)ba by, the fame, fame.

(Bb5)I can (Bb5)see my (G5)self in (A5)the (Bb5)mov ies with my (F5)pic ture in (C)cit y (Bb5)lights.

(Bb5)Pho to (Bb5)graph my (G5)mind and (A5)what (Bb5)ev er else you’d (F5)like to shoot, (C)you de (Bb5)cide.

(G5)All (A5)we care a (Bb5)bout is porn (A5)o (Bb5)graph ic girls on film (C)and bod y (Bb5)plas tic.

(G5)Give (A5)me (Bb5)some thing I (Bb5)wan na see, tel (A5)e (Bb5)vi sion and hot blonds (C)in odd po (Bb5)si tions.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we wan na (G5)live the (A5)life of the (F5)rich and (C)fa (Bb5)mous.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we got a (G5)taste for (A5)cham pagne and (F5)end less (C)for (Bb5)tune.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)ba by, the fame, fame.

(Bb5)We live for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)ba by the fame, fame.

(C)Is n’t (Bb5)it a (G5)shame, shame, (Bb5)ba by, the shame, shame?

(Bb5)In it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)ba by, the fame, fame.

(G5)fame, fame (Bb5)ba by, the fame, fame.

(Bb)Don’t ask me how or (C)why

but I’m (Dm)gon na make it hap pen this (Bb)time.

My teen age dream to (C)night,

yeah, I’m (Dm)gon na make it hap pen this (C)time,

fame.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we wan na (G5)live the (A5)life of the (F5)rich and (C)fa (Bb5)mous.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we got a (G5)taste for (A5)cham pagne and (F5)end less (C)for (Bb5)tune.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we wan na (G5)live the (A5)life of the (F5)rich and (C)fa (Bb5)mous.

(G5)Fame, fame, (Bb5)do in’ it for the (G5)fame, fame, (Bb5)’cause we got a (G5)taste for (A5)cham pagne and (F5)end less (C)for (Bb5)tune.

The Fame by Lady Gaga — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Fame” by Lady Gaga 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 Eb at 126 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 "The Fame" 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 "The Fame"?
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 Lady Gaga songs work for kids?
Try "DO WHAT U WANT", "AMERICANO", "YOÜ AND I". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.