Why Do I Feel So Sad

by Alicia Keys

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(CN.C.)Friends we’ve (Bbmaj7)been

for

(Dm)so long.

(C)Now true (Bbmaj7)col

(C)ors are show ing.

(C)Makes

me wan na (C)cry,

oh yes it does,

’cause (Bbmaj7)I have to say

good bye.

(F)By (C)now (Bbmaj7)I

(C)should

know

(C)that in time, (Bbmaj7)things

(C)must

change.

(F)So it (C)should n’t (Bbmaj7)be

(C)so

bad.

So (Bbmaj7)why do I feel

so sad?

(F)How (C)can (Bbmaj7)I

(C)ad

just

(C)to

the way

that (C)things are go ing?

(F)It’s

kill ing me (C)slow ly.

Oh,

I just (Bbmaj7)want it to be

how it (Dm)used to be, yeah ’cause I (Bbmaj7)wish

that (C)I could stay.

(C)But in time (Bbmaj7)things

(C)must

change.

(F)So it (C)should n’t (Bbmaj7)be

(C)so

bad.

So (Bbmaj7)why do I feel

so sad?

You can

not hide

the way

you feel

in side,

I re

al ize.

Your ac

tions speak

much loud er than words,

so tell me why.

By now (Bbmaj7)I

(C)should

know

(C)that in time, (Bbmaj7)things

(C)must

change.

(F)So it (C)should n’t (Bbmaj7)be

(C)so

bad.

So (Bbmaj7)why do I feel

so sad?

(F)By (C)now (Bbmaj7)I

(C)should

know

(C)that in time, (Bbmaj7)things

(C)must

change.

(F)So it (C)should n’t (Bbmaj7)be

(C)so

bad.

So (Bbmaj7)why do I feel

so sad?

(F)By (C)now

(Bbmaj7)Why do I feel

so sad?

(Bbmaj7)Why do I feel

so sad?

Why Do I Feel So Sad by Alicia Keys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Why Do I Feel So Sad” by Alicia Keys 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 110 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 "Why Do I Feel So Sad" 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 "Why Do I Feel So Sad"?
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.