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They (Cm)cry in the dark
so you can’t see their tears.
They (Cm)hide in the light
so you can’t see their fears.
For (Dm7)give and for get
all the while.
(Dm7)Love and pain be come one and the same in the eyes of a wound ed child
(Bb5)be cause hell,
(C5)hell is for (Ab5)chil (Bb5)dren,
and you know (C5)that their lit tle (Bb5)lives (C5)can be come such a (Ab5)mess.
(Bb5)Hell,
(C5)hell is for (Ab5)chil (Bb5)dren,
and you should n’t have to pay for your love with your bones and your flesh.
It’s (Cm)all so con fus ing this bru tal a bus ing.
They black en your eyes and then ’pol o gize.
You’re (Dm7)dad dy’s good girl and don’t tell mom my a (Cm)thing.
Be a (Dm7)good lit tle boy and you’ll get a new toy.
Tell (CN.C.)grand ma you fell off the swing.
(Bb5)Be cause hell (Bb5)No!
Hell is for chil dren.
(C5)Hell,
(C5)hell is for (Ab5)hell,
hell is for (G)hell,
hell is for chil (C5)dren.
(C5)Hell,
(C5)hell is for (Ab5)hell,
hell is for (G)hell,
hell is for chil (C5)dren.
(C5)Hell,
(C5)Hell,
(C5)hell is for (Ab5)hell,
hell is for (G)hell,
hell is for chil (C5)dren!
(Bb5)Hell is for chil (C5)dren!
(Bb5)Hell is for chil (C5)dren!
Hell Is For Children — Simple Sheet Music
"Hell Is For Children" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Ab, 120 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Hell Is For Children”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Hell Is For Children"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "Hell Is For Children" by Pat Benatar played in?
- Hell Is For Children is arranged in the key of Ab on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Hell Is For Children"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Hell Is For Children" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Hell Is For Children"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Hell Is For Children"?
- "Hell Is For Children" was originally performed by Pat Benatar. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Hell Is For Children"?
- This arrangement uses 15 chords: Ab, Abped, Bb, Bbped, C, Cm, Cped, Csus4, +7 more.
- What other songs by Pat Benatar can I play here?
- Try "PROMISES IN THE DARK", "WE BELONG", "YOU BETTER RUN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Hell Is For Children". Key of Ab, 120 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.
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