Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home

by Hughie Cannon

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Lyrics

(F)“Won’t you come home, Bill Bai ley, won’t you come home?”

she moans the (F#dim)whole day (C)long.

(C7)“I’ll do the cook ing, dar ling, I’ll pay the rent;

(C)I know (C)I’ve done you (F)wrong.

’Mem ber that rain y eve that I drove you out with noth ing but a (F7)fine tooth (Bb)comb!

I (Bb)know I’m to (Bdim)blame, well (F)ain’t that a (D7)shame?

Bill (Gm7)Bai ley, won’t you (C7)please come (C)home?”

Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home by Hughie Cannon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home” by Hughie Cannon 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 160 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 "Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home" 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 "Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home"?
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.