Trouble

by Cat Stevens

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Lyrics

Trou ble,

oh, (C)trou ble, set me free.

I have (Bb)seen your face now and it’s (Bb)too much, in too much for me.

Trou ble,

oh, (C)trou ble, can’t you be see

you’re eat ing my (Bb)heart a way wreck?

and Now there’s and you (Bb)noth ing much my left of me?

I’ve

(F)drunk your (C)wine,

and you have made (F)your work (C)mine,

so won’t you be (Gm)fair,

so won’t you be (Bb)fair?

(D)I

don’t want no (F)more of (C)you,

so won’t you be (F)kind to (C)me?

Just let me go (Gm)where,

I have to go (Bb)there.

Trou ble,

oh, (C)trou ble, move a way.

I have (Bb)seen your face now and it’s (Bb)too much in for me to day.

Trou ble,

oh, (C)trou ble, can’t you be see

you’re you ing have (Bb)made me a fight and Now won’t and I (Bb)leave me in my mis er y.

I’ve

(F)seen your (C)eyes

and I can see (F)death’s dis (C)guise

so hang in’ on (Gm)me,

so hang in’ on (Bb)me.

(D)I’m

don’t want no (F)beat, I’m (C)torn,

so shat tered and (F)tossed and (C)worn,

too shock ing to (Gm)see,

too shock ing to (Bb)see.

(Gm)have n’t got a lot of (Bb)time.

Trouble by Cat Stevens — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Trouble” by Cat Stevens 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 Bb 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 "Trouble" 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 "Trouble"?
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.