Vindicated

by Dashboard Confessional

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Lyrics

(Eb5)Hope

dan gles on a (Cm7)string like slow spinn ing re (Bbsus)demp tion.

Wind ing in and wind ing out.

The shine of it has caught my (Eb5)eye

and roped me in.

So mes mer iz ing, so hyp no tiz ing I am

cap ti vat ed.

I am

vin di cat ed.

I am (Absus2)self ish.

I am wrong.

I am right.

I swear I’m right.

Swear I (Bbsus)knew it all a long.

And I am (Eb5)flawed

but I am (Absus2)clean ing up so well.

I am (Cm7)see ing in me now the things you (Bbsus)swore you saw your self.

So clear, like the dia mond in your ring cut to mir ror your in ten tion.

Ov er sized and ov er whelmed, the shine of which has caught my (Eb5)eye

and ren dered me so i so lat ed, so mot i vat ed.

I am

cer tain now that I am (Bbsus)swore you saw your self.

So (Absus2)turn up the cor ners of your lips.

Part them and feel my fin ger tips.

Trace the mo ment, fall for ev (Absus2)er.

De fense is pa per thin.

Just one touch and I’d be in too deep now to ev er swim a gainst the cur rent.

(CN.C.)So let me slip a way.

So let me slip a way.

So let me slip a way.

So let me slip a (Absus2)gainst the cur rent.

So let me slip a way.

So let me slip a way.

So let me slip a way.

So let me slip a (Absus2)way.

Vin di cat ed, I am (Absus2)self ish.

I am wrong.

I am right.

I swear I’m right.

Swear I (Bbsus)knew it all a long.

And I am (Eb5)flawed

but I am (Absus2)clean ing up so well.

I am (Cm7)see ing in me now the things you (Bbsus)swore you saw your self.

My (Eb5)hope

tan gles on a (Cm7)string like slow spinn ing re demp tion.

Vindicated by Dashboard Confessional — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Vindicated” by Dashboard Confessional 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 Ab at 84 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 "Vindicated" 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 "Vindicated"?
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.