Young Americans

by David Bowie

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They pulled in just be hind the fridge, he (Dm7)lays her down.

He frowns, (F)“Gee, my life’s a fun ny thing.

Am I still too young?”

He kissed her then and there; she took his ring, took his ba bies.

It (F)took him min utes, took her no where.

(G)Heav en knows, she’d have tak en an y thing.

(F6)All

(G6)night she wants the young A mer i can.

Young A mer i can, young A mer i can, she wants the young A mer i can.

(F6)All

(G6)right, she wants the young A mer i can.

All the way from Wash ing ton her (Dm7)bread win ner begs of the bath room floor.

We live for just these twen ty years till we have to die for the fif ty more.

(F6)All

(G6)night he wants the young A mer i can.

Young A mer i can, young A mer i can, he wants the young A mer i can.

(F6)All

(G6)right, he wants the young A mer i can.

Do you re mem ber

your Pres i dent Nix on?

Do you re mem ber the (Fmaj7)bills you have to pay, or e ven (E)yes ter day?

You ain’t a pimp, and you ain’t a hus tler.

(Em7)Pimps got a Cad i and a la dy’s got a Chrys ler.

(G)Blacks got re spect and white got his soul train.

(A)Ma ma’s got cramps, and look at your hands, hey.

(I heard the news to day, oh (Em7)boy.) I got a suite and you got de feat.

(G)Ain’t there a man who can say no more?

And ain’t there a wom an I can sock on the jaw?

And ain’t there a child I can hold with out judg ing?

Ain’t there a pen that will write be fore they die?

Ain’t you proud that you still got fac es?

(A)Ain’t there one damn song that can make me break down and cry?

(G6)All

(A6)night I want the young A mer i can.

Young A mer i can, young A mer i can, I want the young A mer i can.

(G6)All

(A6)right.

Young A mer i can, young A mer i can, I want the young A mer i can.

(G6)All

(A6)right.

Young Americans by David Bowie — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Young Americans” by David Bowie 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 140 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 "Young Americans" 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 "Young Americans"?
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.