The Tide Is High

by Blondie

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Lyrics

The (Bb)tide is high but I’m (Eb)hold in’ (F)on, (Bb)I’m gon na be your (Eb)num ber (F)one.

(Bb)I’m not the kind a girl (Eb)who gives up (F)just like (Bb)that,

oh, (Eb)no.

It’s (Bb)not the things you do that tease and (Eb)hurt me (F)bad, (Bb)but it’s the way you do the things you (Eb)do to (F)me, (Bb)I’m not the kind a girl (Eb)who gives up (F)just like (Bb)that,

oh, (Eb)no.

The (Bb)tide is high but I’m (Eb)hold in’ (F)on, (Bb)I’m gon na be your (Eb)num ber (F)one,

(Eb)num

ber (F)one.

(Bb)Ev ’ry things girl wants that you to (Eb)be her (F)man,

(Bb)but I’ll the wait my dear, the till it’s (Eb)my to (F)turn,

(Bb)I’m not the kind a girl (Eb)who gives up (F)just like (Bb)that,

oh, (Eb)no.

The (Bb)tide is high but I’m (Eb)hold in’ (F)on,

(Bb)I’m gon na be your (Eb)num ber (F)one,

(Eb)num

ber (F)one.

(Eb)num

ber (F)one,

(Eb)num

ber (F)one.

The (Bb)tide is high but I’m (Eb)hold in’ (F)on,

(Bb)I’m gon na be your (Eb)num ber (F)one.

The (Bb)tide is high but I’m (Eb)hold in’ (F)on,

(Bb)I’m gon na be your (Eb)num ber (F)one.

The (Eb)num ber (F)one.

The Tide Is High by Blondie — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Tide Is High” by Blondie 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 100 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 Tide Is High" 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 Tide Is High"?
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.