Xanny

by Billie Eilish

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What is it a (A)bout them?

I must be miss ing (E)some thing.

They just keep do ing (B)noth ing,

too in tox i (D)cat ed to be scared.

Bet ter off with (A)out them.

They’re noth ing but un (E)sta ble.

Bring ash trays to the (B)ta ble,

and that’s a bout the (D)on ly thing they share.

I’m (F#)in their sec ond hand smoke, (A)still just drink ing canned Coke.

(B)I don’t need a xan ny

to feel bet ter.

On (F#)des ig nat ed drives home, (A)on ly one who’s not stoned.

(B)Don’t give me a xan ny, now or ev er.

Wak ing up at sun down,

they’re late to ev ’ry par ty.

No bod y ev er sor ry;

too in e bri at ed now

to dance.

Morn ing, as they come down, (Come their down.

pret ty heads are hurt ing.

Hurt They’re ing.

aw f’lly bad at learn ing.

Learn ing.) Make the same mis takes,

blame cir cum stance.

I’m (F#)in their sec ond hand smoke, (A)still just drink ing canned Coke.

(B)I don’t need a xan ny

to feel bet ter.

On (F#)des ig nat ed drives home, (A)on ly one who’s not stoned.

(B)Don’t give me a xan ny, now or (E)ev er.

(B)Please don’t try to kiss me on the (E)side walk

on your cig (F#)ar ette break.

I (B)can’t af ford to love some one

who is n’t dy ing (F#)by mis take

in (A)Sil ver Lake.

What is it a (A)bout them?

They must be miss ing (E)some thing.

They just keep do ing (B)noth ing,

too in tox i cat ed to be scared.

(Come down.

Hurt ing.

Learn

(D)ing.)

Xanny by Billie Eilish — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Xanny by Billie Eilish 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 A at 56 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 "Xanny" 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 "Xanny"?
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.