The Reflex

· by Duran Duran

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(CN.C.)Da na na na, da na na na, (The, the, the, the, da the na re na na, flex.) da na na na, (The re flex.) da na na na, (The re flex.) da na na na, (The re flex, fle-, fle-, fle-, fle-, flex.) You’ve gone too (F)far this time,

and I’m (Gm)danc ing on the (C)val en tine.

I tell you, (F)some bod y’s (Cm7)fool ing a round with my (Gm)chanc es on the (C)dan ger line.

I’ll (Gm)cross that bridge when I find it; an (F)oth er day to (Gm)make my stand, (C)oh, oh.

(Gm)High time is (F)no time for de cid ing if (F)I should find a (Gm)help ing hand, (C)oh, oh.

(Am)Why don’t you (G)use (F)it?

(Am)Try not to (G)bruise (F)it.

(Am)Buy time, don’t (G)lose (F)it.

Well, (Am)why don’t you (G)use (F)it?

(Am)Try not to (G)bruise (F)it.

(Am)Buy time, don’t (G)lose (F)it.

The (D)re flex is a lone ly child; he’s (C)wait ing by the (Gsus)park.

The (D)re flex is in charge of find ing (C)treas ure in the dark

and (D)watch ing o ver luck y clo ver.

(C)Is n’t that bi (Gsus)zarre?

And (D)ev ’ry lit tle (D7)thing the re flex does leaves you (C)an swered with a ques tion mark.

I’m on a ride and I (Cm7)wan na get off, but they (Gm)won’t slow down the (C)round a bout.

I sold the Ren oir and (Cm7)T V set.

Don’t wan na be a round when (C)this gets out.

So, (Am)why don’t you (G)use (F)it?

(Am)Try not to (G)bruise (F)it.

(Am)Buy time, don’t (G)lose (F)it.

(Am)Why y y y y, wh-, wh-, (F7)why y y.

(Yeah.) (Am)Why y y y y, wh-, wh-, (F7)why y y.

(Yeah.) (Am)Why y y y y don’t you (G)use (F)it?

The

(D)(Fle fle-)

So, (Am)why y y y y don’t you (G)use (F)it?

(Am)Try not to (G)bruise (F)it.

(Am)Buy time, don’t (G)lose (F)it.

The (D)re flex is a lone ly child; he’s (C)wait ing by the (Gsus)park.

The (D)re flex is in charge of find ing (C)treas ure in the dark

and (D)watch ing o ver luck y clo ver.

(C)Is n’t that bi (Gsus)zarre?

And (D)ev ’ry lit tle (D7)thing the re flex does leaves me (C)an swered with a ques tion mark.

Ah, the re flex: what a game.

He’s (C)hid ing all the (Gsus)cards.

The (D)re flex is in charge of find ing (C)treas ure in the dark.

The Reflex by Duran Duran — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Reflex” by Duran Duran 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 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 Reflex" 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 Reflex"?: 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 "The Reflex" use?: Just 15 chords: Am, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Cm, Cm7, D, D7, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Duran Duran songs work for kids?: Try "COME UNDONE", "ORDINARY WORLD", "RIO". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.