Big Man In Town

by The Four Seasons

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Lyrics

(Big (F)man in town) Each day as (F)I grow old er, the my nights are (F)get ting cold er.

Some day the (Ebmaj7)sun will (F)shine on (Bb)me.

Mon ey, I (F)don’t have an y.

I’m down to (F)my last pen ny, but dar lin’, (Eb)don’t cry (F)o ver.

(Bb)me.

(G)I’ll be a big man in (C)town.

(D)Hon est, hon ey, (G)I’ll be a big man in (C)town.

(D)Prom ise, dar ling, (G)I’ll be a big man in (C)town, (D)just you wait and see,

(D7)you’ll be proud of (G)me.

(Big (F)man in town) They think that (F)I’m a rov er, but my ro vin’ (F)days are o ver.

Some day your (Ebmaj7)folks will (F)wel come (Bb)me.

I went a (F)way a small man, but I’ll come (F)home a tall man.

Then what a (Eb)pret ty (F)bride you’ll (Bb)be.

(G)I’ll be a big man in (C)town.

(D)Hon est, hon ey, (G)I’ll be a big man in (C)town.

(D)Prom ise, dar ling, (G)I’ll be a big man in (C)town, (D)just you wait and see,

(D7)you’ll be proud of (G)me.

(Big (F)man in (Big (F)man in (Bb)town)

I’m gon na (Eb)make it,

just wait and (Bb)see.

(Just wait and (Bb7)see.) Oh, I’m gon na (Eb)make it,

just wait and (Bb)see.

(Just wait and (Bb7)see.)

(Eb)Oo.

Big Man In Town by The Four Seasons — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Big Man In Town” by 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 G at 132 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 "Big Man In Town" 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 Man In Town"?
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 The Four Seasons songs work for kids?
Try "Bye Bye Baby (Baby Goodbye)", "Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You", "December 1963 (Oh, What A Night)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.