Too Much To Ask

by Avril Lavigne

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Lyrics

It’s the (G)first time I ev (D)er felt this lone ly.

I (G)wish some one would cure this (Em)pain.

It’s (C)fun ny when you (Gmaj7)think it’s gon na (Em)work out,

’til you chose (C)weed o ver me.

You’re so (Em)lame.

I (G)thought you were cool un til the (Em)point,

(G)up un til the point you did n’t (Em)call me when you said you would.

(C)Fi n’ly fig ured (Gmaj7)out you’re all the (Em)same.

Al ways (C)com in’ up with (Gmaj7)some kind of sto ry.

(G)Ev ’ry time I try to (G)make you (C)smile

you’re (G)al ways feel in’ (G)sor ry for your (C)self.

(G)Ev ’ry time I try to (D)make you (Em)laugh,

you can’t, you’re too (Cmaj7)tough.

You think you’re love (C#)less

Is that too (Cmaj7)much that I’m (Gmaj7)ask in’ for?

(G)Thought you‘d come a (D)round when I ig (Em)nored you.

Sort of (G)thought you’d have the (D)de cen cy to (Em)change.

But, (C)babe, I guess you (Gmaj7)did n’t take that (Em)warn ing

’cause (C)I’m not a bout

to (Em)look at your (Gmaj9)face a gain.

(G)Can’t you see that you (G)lie to your self?

You (G)can’t see the (G)world through a (C)mir

(D5)ror.

(G)It won’t be (D)too late (Em)when the smoke clears

’cause (C#)I,

I am still (Cmaj7)here.

But (G)ev ’ry time I try to (G)make you (Cmaj7)smile

you’d (G)al ways go off feel in’ (G)sor ry for your (C)self.

(G)Ev ’ry time I try to (D)make you (Em)laugh,

you’d stand like a (Cmaj7)stone, a lone in your (C#)zone.

Is that too (Cmaj7)much that I’m (Gmaj7)ask in’ for?

(Em)Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah,

can’t find where I am.

(Em)Ly ing here a lone in fear.

A fraid of the dark.

No (Em)one to claim.

A lone a gain.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.

Too Much To Ask by Avril Lavigne — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Too Much To Ask by Avril Lavigne 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 144 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 "Too Much To Ask" 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 Much To Ask"?
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 Avril Lavigne songs work for kids?
Try "MOBILE", "TOMORROW", "EVERYBODY HURTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.