Amarillo By Morning

by George Strait

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Lyrics

They Am a ril lo by morn (F#m)in’, broke my leg up from San An ton’.

Ev ’ry thing and that I got

is (G)just what I’ve got on.

When that be (Gmaj7)sun in’ is high in that Tex as sky, I’ll be (D)buck in’ at the (F#m)coun ty fair.

Am a ril lo by morn in’,

Am a (G)ril lo, I’ll be there.

They took my sad dle in Hous (F#m)ton,

broke my leg up in ta An Fe.

Lost my wife and a girl friend

some (G)where a long the way.

But I’ll be (Gmaj7)look in’ for eight when they pull that gate,

and I (D)hope in’ that the (F#m)judge ain’t blind.

Am a ril lo by morn in’,

Am a (G)ril lo’s on my mind.

Am a ril lo by morn (G#m)in’,

up from San An ton’.

Ev ’ry thing that I got

is (A)just what I’ve got on.

I ain’t (Amaj7)got a dime, but what I (B)got is mine.

(B7)I ain’t (E)rich, but (G#m)Lord, I’m free.

Am a ril lo by morn in’,

Am a (A)ril lo’s (B)where I’ll (E)be.

Am a ril lo by morn in’,

Am a (A)ril lo’s (B)where I’ll (E)be.

Amarillo By Morning by George Strait — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Amarillo By Morning” by George Strait 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 D at 100 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 "Amarillo By Morning" 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 "Amarillo By Morning"?
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 "Amarillo By Morning" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Amaj7, B, B7, D, E, F#m, G, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other George Strait songs work for kids?
Try "I CROSS MY HEART", "LOVE WITHOUT END, AMEN", "THE BREATH YOU TAKE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.