Vienna

by Billy Joel

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Slow down,

you (Bb)cra zy child,

you’re (F)so am bi tious for a ju ve nile.

But then if (Eb)you’re so smart, tell me (Bb)why are you still so a fraid

Mm hm.

Where’s the fire, what’s the (Bb)hur ry a bout?

You bet ter cool it off be fore you (Ab)burn it out.

You got (Eb)so much to do and on ly (Bb)so man y hours in a day.

Hey

But you know that when the (F)truth is told, that you can (Bb)get what you want or you can (Gm)just get old.

You’re gon na kick off be fore you (Am7)e ven get half way (Gm7)through,

oo.

When will you (Gb7)re al ize

Vi en na waits for (Bb)you?

Slow down,

you’re (Bb)do in’ fine, you can’t be (F)ev ’ry thing you want to be be (Ab)fore your time.

Al though it’s (Eb)so ro man tic on the bor der line to night,

to night.

Too bad, but it’s the (Bb)life you lead, you’re so a (F)head of your self that you for (Ab)got what you need.

Though you can (Eb)see when you’re wrong, you know you (Bb)can’t al ways see when you’re right,

you’re right.

You got your pas sion, you (F)got your pride,

but (Bb)don’t you know that (F)on ly fools are (Gm)sat is fied?

Dream on, but don’t i (Am7)mag ine they’ll all come (Gm7)true

Oo.

When will you (Gb7)re al ize

Vi en na waits

for you?

And Slow down, that you when the (F)cra zy child, and take the (F)get phone what off you want the hook and dis ap (Gm)just pear get for a old.

while.

You’re gon na It’s al right, you can af (Am7)ford to lose a (D7)day or (Gm7)two.

Oo.

Why When don’t you will you (Gb7)re al ize

Vi en na waits

for you?

And you know that you when the (F)truth is told, that you can (F)get phone what off you want the hook or you can (Gm)just pear get for a old.

while.

You’re gon na It’s kick off be fore you (Am7)e ven get a (D7)half way (Gm7)through.

Oo.

Why When don’t you will you (Gb7)re al ize

Vi en na waits

for you?

for you?

When will you (C9sus)re al ize

Vi en na waits

for you?

Vienna by Billy Joel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Vienna by Billy Joel 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 Eb at 85 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 "Vienna" 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 "Vienna"?
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.