A Wonderful Guy

by Rodgers & Hammerstein

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I ex pect ev ’ry one of my (Dm7)crowd to make fun of my (G7)proud pro tes ta tions of (Bb7)faith in ro mance.

And they’ll say I’m na ive as a (Dm7)babe to be lieve an y (G7)fa ble I hear from a (Bb7)per son in pants.

(D)Fear less ly I’ll face them and ar gue their doubts a (C)way.

(Em)Loud ly I’ll (A)sing a bout flow ers and (D)spring.

(D)Flat less ly I’ll stand on my lit tle flat feet and (C)say

(Em)love is a (A)sing a bout flow ers and (D)spring.

(A)grand and a beau ti ful (D)thing.

(G)I’m (A7)not a (G)shamed (A)to re (D)veal

the (G)world fa mous (Gm)feel ing I (A7)feel.

(D)I’m as corn y as Kan sas in Au gust, (Em)I’m a as (A7)nor mal as (Em)blue ber ry (A)pie, (D)no more a smart lit tle (Em)girl with no (A)heart, I have (D)found me a won der ful (Em)guy!

(D)I am in a con ven tion al dith er (Em)with a con (A7)ven tion al (Em)star in my (A)eye.

(D)And you will note there’s a (Em)lump in my (A)throat when I (D)speak of that won der ful (Em)guy!

(C)guy!

I’m as (G)trite and as (C)gay as a dai sy in (Dm7)May, a cli (G)ché com ing (C)true!

I’m bro (A)mid ic and (D)bright as a moon hap py (F#m)night pour ing (B7)light on the (E)dew!

(D)I’m as corn y as Kan sas in Au gust, (Em)high as a (A7)flag on the (E)Fourth of Ju (A)ly!

(D)If you’ll ex cuse an ex (Em)pres sion I (A)use, I’m in (D)love, I’m in (Em)love, I’m in (D)love, I’m in (D)love, I’m in (G)love with a (A)won der ful (D)guy!

A Wonderful Guy by Rodgers & Hammerstein — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “A Wonderful Guy by Rodgers & Hammerstein 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 180 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 Wonderful Guy" 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 Wonderful Guy"?
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.
What other Rodgers & Hammerstein songs work for kids?
Try "All At Once You Love Her", "An Ordinary Couple", "A Puzzlement". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.