Yellow Flicker Beat

by Lorde

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(CN.C.)Ooh.

Ooh.

Ooh.

I’m a (A5)prin cess cut from mar ble, smooth er than a storm.

And the (D5)scars that mark my bod y, they’re sil ver and (A5)gold.

My (E5)bod y’s a flood of ru bies, pre cious stones.

It (D5)keeps my veins hot, the fi re’s found a home in (A5)me.

I move through town,

I’m qui et like a (D5)fi re.

And my (A5)neck lace is of rope,

I tie it and un (E5)tie it.

And now (A5)peo ple talk to me but noth ing ev er hits home.

(C5)Peo ple talk to me and all the (G5)voic es just burn holes.

I’m go ing in, hoo.

This is the start

of how it all (Em)ends.

They used to shout my name, now they whis per it.

I’m speed ing up,

and this is the (D5)red, or ange, yel low flick er (Em)beat spark ing up my heart.

We’re at the start,

the col ors dis ap (Em)pear.

I nev er watch the stars, there’s so much down here.

So I just try

keep up with the (D5)red, or ange, yel low flick er (Em)beat spark ing up my heart.

I dream all year, but they’re not the sweet (D5)kinds.

And the (A5)shiv ers move down my shoul der blades in dou ble (E5)time.

Ooh, now (A5)peo ple talk to me, I’m slip ping out of reach, now.

(C6)Peo ple talk to me and all their (G)fac es blur.

But I got my (A5)fin gers laced to geth er, and I made a lit tle pri son and I’m (G5)lock ing up ev ’ry one who ev er laid a fin ger on (CN.C.)me.

I’m go ing in, hoo.

(Em)beat spark ing up my heart.

And this is the (Em)red, or ange, yel low flick er beat spark ing up my heart.

And this is the (D5)red, or ange, yel low flick er (Em)beat, beat, beat, beat.

(CN.C.)Ooh.

Yellow Flicker Beat by Lorde — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Yellow Flicker Beat” by Lorde 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 C at 95 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 "Yellow Flicker Beat" 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 "Yellow Flicker Beat"?
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.