Bidin' My Time

· by George Gershwin

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(F)Some fel lers (Dm)love to (Gm)“Tip Toe Thru’ the (F)Tu lips;”

(F)some fel lers (Dm)go on (Gm7)“Sing

in’ (F)in the (Gm)Rain.”

(F)Some fel lers (Dm)keep on (Gm)“Paint in’ Skies with (F)Sun shine.”

(Am)Some fel lers must go (E)“Swing in’ (E)Down the (A)Lane.”

But (F)I’m (Bb)bid in’ my (Gm7)time;

’cause (F)that’s the (Bb)kind a guy (Gm7)I’m.

(C)While (F)oth er folks grow (D)diz zy (Gm7)I keep bus y (F)bid (C)in’ my (F)time.

(A7)Next year,

(A7)next year,

(A)some thin’s bound to (G)hap pen.

(C7)This year,

(C7)this year,

(Dm)I’ll just (G)keep on (Bb)nap (C7)pin’ and (F)bid (Bb)in’ ed my (Gm7)time

(C)’cause (F)that’s the (Bb)kind a guy (Gm7)I’m.

(C)There’s (D7)no re gret tin’ (Gm7)when I’m set tin’, (F)bid (C)in’ my (F)time.

(F)I’m (Bb)bid in’ my (Gm7)time;

’cause (F)that’s the (Bb)kind a guy (Gm7)I’m.

(C)Be (F)gin nin’ on a (D)Mon day (Gm7)right through Sun day, (F)bid (C)in’ my (F)time.

(A7)Give me,

(A7)give me

(A)glass that’s full of (G)tin kle,

(C7)let me,

(C7)let me

(Dm)dream like (G)Rip Van (Bb)Win (C7)kle.

and (F)He (Bb)bid ed his (Gm7)time.

(C)And (F)like that (Bb)Win kle guy (Gm7)I’m

(C)There’s (D7)chas in’ ’way flies, (Gm7)how the day flies, (F)bid (C)in’ my (F)time.

(F)time.

Bidin' My Time by George Gershwin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bidin' My Time” by George Gershwin 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 120 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 "Bidin' My Time" 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 "Bidin' My Time"?: 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 George Gershwin songs work for kids?: Try "LITTLE JAZZ BIRD", "SWANEE", "WHO CARES?". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.