Waste It On Me

by Steve Aoki

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So, You say love is messed up.

You say (D)that it don’t work.

You don’t (C)wan na try, no, no.

And, ba by, (C)I’m no stran ger to heart break (D)and the pain of al ways (C)be in’ let go.

And I (Em)know there’s no (C)mak in’ this right, this right.

And I (Em)know there’s no (C)chang in’ your mind, your mind.

But we (Em)both found each (C)oth er to night, to night.

So, if (Em)love is noth (C)ing more than just a (G)waste of your (D)time, (CN.C.)waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

(D)Tell me why not waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

(D)Ba by, why not waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

(D)Tell me why not waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

So, we don’t got ta go there, past lov (D)ers and war fare.

It’s just (C)you and me now.

no.

And, I don’t (C)know your se crets, but I’ll pick (D)up the piec es, pull you (C)close to me now.

And I (Em)know there’s no (C)mak in’ this right, this right.

And I (Em)know there’s no (C)chang in’ your mind, your mind.

But we (Em)both found each (C)oth er to night, to night.

So, if (Em)love is noth (C)ing more than just a (G)waste of your (D)time, (CN.C.)waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

(D)Tell me why not waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

(D)Ba by, why not waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

(D)Tell me why not waste it on (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

(Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

Tell me (CN.C.)why not

waste it Don’t on you (Em)think there must be (C)a rea son?

Yeah, like we had (D)our names.

Don’t you (Em)think we got an (C)oth er sea son that come af (D)ter spring?

And I (Em)me, waste it (C)on me.

Tell me (G)why not.

Waste It On Me by Steve Aoki — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Waste It On Me” by Steve Aoki 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 E at 93 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "Waste It On Me" 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 "Waste It On Me"?
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.