Easy songs to play on the piano

There’s nothing quite like playing a song on the piano, whether it’s for yourself, playing for friends or family, or even playing for a larger crowd. The piano is such a beautiful instrument. Whether you’re just starting out on the piano, or have some experience, searching for easy songs to play on the piano makes a whole lot of sense. Surprisingly, when you find songs where the melody is simple, and the rhythms aren’t too tricky, sometimes these songs end up being the most beautiful of all. Playing complex music isn’t always necessary to captivate listeners with your performance.

At Playground Sessions we believe the journey on the piano should start with learning to play the piano through the lens of songs that you know and love. This keeps the learning process exciting!

For anyone just starting out, we’ve created two playlists, each featuring 10 easy songs you can learn to play tailored to your skill level. The first playlist consists of songs you can learn to play right away in your first week. Each song is broken down step-by-step by one of Playground’s engaging and personable teachers. This beginner playlist focuses only on playing the melody, so you’ll only need your right hand to get started! Trust us, anyone can play these easy songs. The second playlist requires some experience, but all the songs are easy to play and very accessible. All of our songs come with backing tracks. So, even if you’re only playing a simple melody, the overall musical experience can feel like you’re performing on the big stage!

Ten easy songs to play on the piano with no experience

These songs are popular, recognizable, and most importantly, easy to play even if you’ve
never played a note before. Each of these songs has been carefully chosen for its simplicity
and teachable moments, such as understanding melody and rhythm. With our video tutorials,
you’ll learn how to play each song note by note, gaining confidence and skill along the way.

“Lean on Me” by Bill Withers

• Key: C Major

“Lean on Me” by Bill Withers (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Lean on Me” by Bill Withers (both hands beginner) sheet music

“In the End” by Linkin Park

• Key: D minor

“In the End” by Linkin Park (beginner riff) video tutorial + sheet music

“Chariots of Fire” by Vangelis

• Key: C Major

“Chariots of Fire” by Vangelis (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Chariots of Fire” by Vangelis (both hands beginner) sheet music

“My Way” by Frank Sinatra

• Key: C Major

“My Way” by Frank Sinatra(right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

My Way” by Frank Sinatra (both hands beginner) sheet music

“I Won’t Give Up” by Jason Mraz

• Key: C Major

“I Won’t Give Up” by Jason Mraz (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“I Won’t Give Up” by Jason Mraz (both hands beginner) sheet music

“Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars

• Key: C Major

“Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars (both hands beginner) sheet music

“Free Fallin’” by Tom Petty

• Key: C Major

“Free Fallin’” by Tom Petty (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Free Fallin’” by Tom Petty (both hands beginner) sheet music

“Every Breath You Take” by The Police

• Key: C Major

“Every Breath You Take” by The Police (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Every Breath You Take” by The Police (both hands beginner) sheet music

“Everything I Do, I Do it For You” by Bryan Adams

• Key: C Major

“Everything I Do, I Do it For You” by Bryan Adams (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Everything I Do, I Do it For You” by Bryan Adams (both hands beginner) sheet music

“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri

• Key: C Major

“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri (right hand melody beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri (both hands beginner) sheet music

Easy songs to play on the piano with some experience

For those who aren’t pure beginners, we’ve curated a list of 10 amazing and popular songs on the piano that are easy to play if you have some experience. When you first start out, it’s normal to begin by playing with just your right hand and learning how to use the fingering system. With even a bit of experience, you’ll progress to playing with both hands, using chords in your left hand to provide harmony that complements the melody in your right hand.

Similar to our playlist of easy songs you can play on the piano in the first week, each song in this expanded list is also supported by step-by-step video instruction. With Playground Sessions, you’re never alone in your learning journey. Our video tutorials break down each song into manageable steps, making the learning process both effective and fun.

When considering songs for beginners, we look for songs that have simple melodies, straightforward rhythms, and minimal hand movements. This set of songs introduces basic chords, hand coordination, and more intricate melodies, yet they remain very accessible and easy to play on the piano.

“Happy Birthday”

• Key: C Major

“Happy Birthday” (rookie/beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Happy Birthday” (intermediate) sheet music

“Fur Elise” (easy version) by Ludwig van Beethoven

• Key: A minor

“Fur Elise” by Ludwig van Beethoven (rookie/beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Fur Elise” by Ludwig van Beethoven (intermediate) video tutorial + sheet music

“Fur Elise” by Ludwig van Beethoven (advance) video tutorial + sheet music

“Imagine” by John Lennon

• Key: C Major

“Imagine” by John Lennon (rookie/beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Imagine” by John Lennon (intermediate) sheet music

“Imagine” by John Lennon (advanced riff) video tutorial + sheet music

“Lean on Me” by Bill Withers

• Key: C Major

“Lean on Me” by Bill Withers (Intermediate riff) video tutorial + sheet music

“Lean on Me” by Bill Withers (rookie/beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“Canon in D” (easy version) by Johann Pachelbel

• Key: C Major

“Canon in D” by Johann Pachelbel (intermediate) video tutorial + sheet music

“Canon in D” by Johann Pachelbel (rookie/beginner) sheet music

“All of Me” by John Legend

• Key: A minor, F minor

“All of Me” by John Legend (rookie/beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“All of Me” by John Legend (intermediate) sheet music

“All of Me” by John Legend (advanced) sheet music

“Prelude in C Major” (BWV 846) by Johann Sebastian Bach

• Key: C Major

“Prelude in C Major” by Johann Sebastian Bach (rookie/beginner) sheet music

“Prelude in C Major” by Johann Sebastian Bach (intermediate) sheet music

“Prelude in C Major” by Johann Sebastian Bach (intermediate) sheet music

“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri

• Key: C Major

“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri (rookie/beginner) video tutorial + sheet music

“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri (intermediate) sheet music

“Silent Night”

• Key: C Major

“Silent Night” (intermediate easy) video tutorial + sheet music

“Silent Night” (rookie/beginner easy) video tutorial + sheet music

“Someone Like You” by Adele

• Key: A Major

“Someone Like You” by Adele (intermediate) video tutorial + sheet music

“Someone Like You” by Adele (advanced intro riff) video tutorial + sheet music

“Someone Like You” by Adele (rookie/beginner) sheet music

“Someone Like You” by Adele (advanced) sheet music

Play what you love, love what you play

The beauty of learning piano with Playground Sessions is the opportunity to play music that speaks to you from the very beginning. By starting with simple, enjoyable songs, you’re more likely to stay motivated and excited throughout your musical journey. Remember, these foundational skills and songs are just the starting point. As you progress, you’ll discover a world of music awaiting your touch.

Moving forward with confidence

Whether you’re playing your first melody with the right hand or diving into the rich harmonies of two-handed playing, Playground Sessions is here to guide you every step of the way. Our goal is to make learning piano accessible, enjoyable, and rewarding for everyone. By starting with songs you love and gradually building your skills, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can progress.