Too Cool

by Meaghan Martin

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I’m (D5)too cool for my (E5)dress, these (C5)shades don’t leave my (G5)head.

(D5)Ev ’ry thing you (E5)say is so ir rel (G5)e vant.

You (D5)fol low and I (E5)lead, if you (C5)want to be like (G5)me, but you’re (D5)just a wan na (E5)be, (C5)love it or hate it.

(E5)I can’t (C)help the (G)way I am, (E5)hope you (C)don’t mis (G)un der stand.

But I’m too cool,

too cool, and I’m too cool to know you.

Don’t take it (C)per son al, (G)don’t get e (D)mo tion al; (Am7)you know it’s the truth, I’m too cool for you.

You think you’re (C)hot, but I’m (G)sor ry you’re not ex act ly who you think you are.

Can’t tell you (C)what, what you (G)have n’t got, but when we (Am7)walk in to the room, I’m too cool for you.

You’re luck y I’m so (E5)nice, these (C5)e ven I’m sur (G5)prised, (D5)you are still al (E5)lowed to be in my (G5)crew.

vant.

I’ll (D5)show you how it’s (E5)done if you (C5)want to be some (G5)one, but you’re (D5)just a watch na (E5)me (C5)and it you’ll learn some.

(E5)Me, my (C)self and (G)I a gree, (E5)you’ll nev (C)er catch (G)up with me.

’Cause I’m too cool,

too cool, and I’m too cool to know you.

Don’t take it (C)per son al, (G)don’t get e (D)mo tion al; (Am7)you know it’s the truth, I’m too cool for you.

You think you’re (C)hot, but I’m (G)sor ry you’re not ex act ly who you think you are.

Can’t tell you (C)what, what you (G)have n’t got, but when we (Am7)walk in to the room, I’m too cool for you.

You’re luck y I’m so I’m too cool for you.

You see, some are born with beau ty, brains and tal ent and they (C)got it all.

While oth ers have to try all their lives, still they (C)nev er get the call.

That’s the dif f’rence be tween you and me, (Em)ob vi ous ly.

(G)I’m a nat u ral, I’m the real deal.

(C)I can’t help the way I am, (Em)hope you don’t mis un der stand.

But I’m too cool,

too cool, and I’m too cool to know you.

Don’t take it (C)per son al, (G)don’t get e (D)mo tion al; (Am7)you know it’s the truth, I’m too cool for Too you.

cool,

too cool, and I’m too cool to know you.

Don’t take it (C)per son al, (G)don’t get e (D)mo tion al; (Am7)you know it’s the truth, I’m too cool for Too you.

I’m (CN.C.)too cool for you.

Too Cool by Meaghan Martin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Too Cool” by Meaghan Martin 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 138 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 "Too Cool" 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 "Too Cool"?
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.