When You're Mad

by Ne-Yo

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It’s just the (Cmaj9)cut est thing when you get to (D)fuss (G)in’, cuss in’, yell in’ and (Cmaj9)throw in’ things.

I just want to (D)eat (Em7)you (D)up.

(G)I don’t mean no (Cmaj9)dis re spect when I start star in’, (D)know in’ (G)that it makes you mad der.

I’m sor (Csus)ry, but see in’ you (D)mad is so sex (G)y, yeah.

Could it be the lit tle wrin kle o ver your (D)nose when (G)you make your an gry face that makes me wan na just take off all your clothes?

And sex you all o ver the place, yeah.

Could it be the lit tle way you storm a (D)round that (G)makes me wan na tear you down?

Oh, (Bbmaj9)ba by, I ain’t sure, but one thing that I do know is (G)ev ’ry time you (Cmaj9)scream at me I wan na (D)kiss (G)you.

When you put your (Cmaj9)hands on me, I wan na (D)touch (Em7)you.

(D)When we (G)get to (Cmaj9)ar gu ing, just got ta (D)kiss (G)you.

Ba by, I don’t know why it’s like that, but you’re just so damn sex y

when you’re mad.

Ba by, don’t think I don’t (D)take you se ri ous ly, but I just can’t (Cmaj9)help the fact your at ti tude ex (D)cites (Em7)me.

And (G)you know ain’t (Cmaj9)noth in’ bet ter than when we get (D)mad to geth er and have an gry sex.

I blow you out then we for get what we was mad a bout.

(Cmaj9)scream at me, I wan na (D)kiss (G)you.

Ba by, when you put your (Cmaj9)hands on me, I wan na (D)touch (Em7)you.

And (D)when we (G)get to (Cmaj9)ar gu ing, just got ta (D)kiss (G)you.

Ba by, I don’t know why it’s like that, but you’re just so damn sex y.

And (G)ev ’ry time you (Cmaj9)scream at me, I wan na (D)kiss (G)you.

Ba by, when you put your (Cmaj9)hands on me, I wan na (D)touch (Em7)you.

And (D)when we (G)get to (Cmaj9)ar gu ing, just got ta (D)kiss (G)you.

Ba by, I don’t know why it’s like that, but you’re just so damn sex y.

And (G)ev ’ry time you why it’s like that, but you’re just (D)so damn sex y when you’re mad.

When You're Mad by Ne-Yo — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When You're Mad” by Ne-Yo 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 G at 80 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 "When You're Mad" 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 "When You're Mad"?
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.