Big Girls Don't Cry

by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

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(Ab)Big (Cm)girls (Db)don’t (Eb7)cry, (Ab)big (Cm)girls (Db)don’t (Eb7)cry.

(Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (Ab)cry,

(Bbm7)they don’t cry.

(Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (F7)cry.

(Who said (Bbm7)they don’t cry?) (Ab)My (F7)girl

(Eb7)said good (Ab)bye,

(Bbm7)my, oh my.

(Ab)My (F7)girl

(Eb7)did n’t (Db)cry.

(I won der (Ab)why.) (Sil (Ab)ly boy.) Told my girl we had to break up.

(Sil ly boy.) Thought that she would call my bluff.

(Sil ly boy.) Then she said, to my sur prise, (Ab)“Big (Cm)girls (Db)don’t (Eb7)cry.” (Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (Ab)cry,

(Bbm7)they don’t cry.

(Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (F7)cry.

(Who said (Bbm7)they don’t cry?) (Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (Ab)cry,

(Bbm7)they don’t cry.

(Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (F7)cry.

(Who said (Bbm7)they don’t cry?) (Ab)Ba (F7)by,

(Eb7)I was (Ab)cruel,

(Bbm7)I was cruel.

(Ab)Ba (F7)by,

(Eb7)I’m a (Db)fool.

(I’m such a (Ab)fool.) (Sil (Ab)ly girl.) Shame on you, your ma to ma said.

(Sil ly girl.) Shame on you, you’re cry’n’ in bed.

(Sil ly girl.) Shame on you, you told a lie.

(Ab)“Big (Cm)girls (Db)do (Eb7)cry.” (Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (Ab)cry,

(Bbm7)they don’t cry.

(Ab)Big (F7)girls

(Eb7)don’t (F7)cry.

(Who said (Bbm7)they don’t cry?) (F7)cry.

(That’s just an (Bbm7)al i bi.) (Ab)Big (Cm)girls (Db)don’t (Eb7)cry, (Ab)big (Cm)girls (Db)don’t (Eb7)cry.

Big Girls Don't Cry by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Big Girls Don't Cry” by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons 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 Db at 130 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 "Big Girls Don't Cry" 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 "Big Girls Don't Cry"?
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 "Big Girls Don't Cry" use?
Just 10 chords: Ab, Abaug, Bb7, Bbm, Bbm7, Cm, Db, Eb7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons songs work for kids?
Try "WHO LOVES YOU", "C'MON MARIANNE", "FALLEN ANGEL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.