Time Is Running Out

by Muse

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Lyrics

I think I’m drown ing, as phy xi a ted, I wan na break this spell that you’ve cre (G)at ed.

You’re some thing beau ti ful, a con tra dic tion, I wan na play the game, I want the (G)fric tion.

(Am)You

will (B7)be

the (E7)death

of (F)me.

A yeah, (Am)you

will (B7)be

the (E7)death

of (F)me.

(F)Bu ry it,

I won’t let you (Am)bu ry it,

I won’t let you (F)smo ther it,

I won’t let you (Am)mur der it.

And our time is (F)run ning out,

our time is (Am)run ning out,

you can’t push it (F)un der ground,

you can’t stop it (Am)scream ing out.

I want ed free dom, bound and re strict ed, I tried to give you up, but I’m ad (G)dic ted.

Now that you know I’m trapped, sense of e la tion, you’d nev er dream of (F)break ing this fix (G)a tion.

(Am)You

will (B7)squeeze

the (E7)life

out of me.

And (F)Bu ry it,

I won’t you (Am)bu ry it,

I won’t let you (F)smo ther it,

I won’t let you (Am)mur der it.

And our time is (F)run ning out,

our time is (Am)run ning out,

you can’t push it (F)un der ground,

you can’t stop it (Am)scream ing out.

How did it come to (Dm)this?

Ooh, ooh, ooh, (Am)yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, (Dm)yeah.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, (Am)yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, (Dm)yeah.

Ooh, ooh, ooh, (Am)yeah, yeah.

Ooh, yeah, yeah.

(Am)you

will (B7)suck

the (E7)life

out of me.

Time Is Running Out by Muse — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Time Is Running Out” by Muse 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 C at 120 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 "Time Is Running Out" 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 "Time Is Running Out"?
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.