Under The Bridge

by Red Hot Chili Peppers

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Lyrics

Some times (B)I feel like I (A)don’t have a part ner.

I Some times (B)I feel ’cause like (C#m)my on ly (A)friend is the (E)cit y I (B)live in, the (C#m)cit y of (G#m)an (A)gels.

(E)Lone ly as (B)I am, to (C#m)geth er we (A)cry.

I drive on (B)her streets that ’cause (A)she’s my com pan ion.

It’s walk through (B)her hills ’cause she (C#m)knows who I (A)am.

is She (E)sees my good (B)deeds and she (C#m)kiss es me (G#m)wind (A)y.

(E)I nev er (B)wor ry.

Now, (C#m)that is a (A)lie.

I

(F#m)I don’t ev er want (E)to feel

like (F#m)I did that day.

Take me to the place (E)I love,

take (F#m)me all the way.

I don’t ev er want (E)to feel

like (F#m)I did that day.

Take me to the place (E)I love,

take (F#m)me all the way,

(B)yeah,

(C#m)yeah, (G#m)yeah.

It’s take (F#m)me all the way,

(Am7)yeah,

(G6)yeah, (Fmaj7)yeah.

(A)Oh, (Am7)no no no, (G6)yeah, (Fmaj7)yeah.

(A)Love (Am7)me, I said, (G6)yeah, (Fmaj7)yeah.

One time.

(A)Un der the bridge (C)down town

is where (Fmaj7)I drew some blood.

(A)Un der the bridge (Am7)down town

I could (Fmaj7)not get e nough.

(A)Un der the bridge (Am7)down town

for got (Fmaj7)a bout my love.

(A)Un der the bridge (Am7)down town

I gave (Fmaj7)my life a way.

Under The Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Under The Bridge” by Red Hot Chili Peppers 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 80 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 "Under The Bridge" 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 "Under The Bridge"?
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.