The Greatest

by Billie Eilish

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Lyrics

I’m try ing my (A)best

to keep you sat is (G)fied.

Let you get your (A)rest

while I stayed up all (G)night.

And you don’t wan na (A)know

how a lone I’ve been.

Let you come and go,

what ev er state I’m in.

(D)Ah.

(C)Man, am I the great est.

(E)My con grat u la tions.

(D)All my love and pa tience,

(C)all my ad mir a tion.

(A)All the times I wait ed

for (E)you to want me na ked.

(D)Made it all look pain less.

(C)Man, am I the great est.

Do ing what’s (A)right

with out a re ward.

And we don’t have to fight

when it’s not worth fight ing (G)for.

And you don’t wan na (A)know

what I would ’ve (E)done.

An y thing at all,

worse than an y (E)one.

(D)Mm,

ooh,

and (C)man, am I the great est.

(E)My con grat u la tions.

(D)All my love and pa tience,

(C)all my ad mir a tion.

(A)All the times I wait ed

for (E)you to want me na ked.

I (D)made it all look pain less.

(C)Man, am I the great est,

the great est,

the great (C)est.

Ah.

Ah, ah,

(F)ah,

I loved you,

and I still do.

Just want ed pas sion from you.

Just want ed what I gave (F)you.

I’ve wait ed

and wait ed.

(C)Man, am I the great est.

God, I hate it.

(D)All my love and pa tience

(C)un ap pre ci at ed.

You (A)said your heart was jad ed.

You (E)could n’t e ven break it.

I (D)should n’t have to say it:

you (C)could ’ve been the great est.

The Greatest by Billie Eilish — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Greatest by Billie Eilish 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 66 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 Greatest" 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 Greatest"?
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 Billie Eilish songs work for kids?
Try "COPYCAT", "WHEN THE PARTY'S OVER", "OCEAN EYES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.