A Little Bluer Than That

by Alan Jackson

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Well, to night if you turn your ra di o on,

you might hear a sad, sad song a (Bb)bout some one who lost ev ’ry thing they (F)had.

It may (C)sound like me, but I’m a lit tle blu er than (F)that.

When you look out in the morn ing, you might see

clouds roll in’ by like mem o ries and a (Bb)big old sky a bove you look in’ back.

You may (C)think of me,

but I’m a lit tle blu er than (F)that.

Where did (Bb)we go wrong?

I (C)wish I knew.

It (F)haunts me (C)all the (Dm7)time.

Now wher (G7)ev er I go and what ev er I do, you’re (Bb)al ways on my (C)mind.

I can (F)pic ture you in his arms to night.

As for me, it don’t feel right to (Bb)let us fade like some old pho to graph.

It may (C)work for you, but I’m a lit tle blu er than (F)that.

Where did (C)mind.

So, to (G)night if you turn your ra di o on,

you might hear a sad, sad song a (C)bout some one who lost ev ’ry thing they (G)had.

It may (D)sound like me, but I’m a lit tle blu er than (G)that.

You may (D)think of me, but I’m a lit tle blu er than (C)that.

A Little Bluer Than That by Alan Jackson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “A Little Bluer Than That by Alan Jackson 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 Bb at 100 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 "A Little Bluer Than That" 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 "A Little Bluer Than That"?
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.
How many chords does "A Little Bluer Than That" use?
Just 9 chords: Bb, C, C7, D, D7, Dm7, F, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Alan Jackson songs work for kids?
Try "DRIVE", "THAT'D BE ALRIGHT", "DON'T ROCK THE JUKEBOX". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.