Blame It On My Youth

by Karrin Allyson

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(Bbm7)If I ex pect ed (Cm7)love

when first we kissed,

blame it (Bbm7)on my youth.

If on ly (Bbm7)just for you

I (Ab6/9)did ex ist,

blame it (Ebm7)on my youth.

I be lieved in ev ’ry thing,

just like a (C)child of three.

You meant more (Fm11)than an y thing,

all the world to me.

If you were on my mind

both (Bbm7)night and day,

blame it on my (Eb9sus)youth.

If I for (Bbm7)got to eat,

sleep, and pray,

blame it (Ebm7)on my youth.

If I cried just a lit tle bit

when first

I learned the truth,

don’t you blame it on (Bbm7)my heart,

(Abmaj13)blame it on,

blame (Eb9sus)it on my youth.

(Bbm7)If I ex pect ed (Cm7)love

when first we kissed,

blame it (Bbm7)on my youth.

If on ly (Bbm7)just for you

I (Ab6/9)did ex ist,

blame it (Ebm7)on my youth.

I be lieved in ev ’ry thing,

just like a (C)child of three.

You meant more (Fm11)than an y thing,

all the world to me.

If you were on my mind

both (Bbm7)night and day,

blame it on my (Eb9sus)youth.

If I for (Bbm7)got to eat,

sleep, and pray,

blame it (Ebm7)on my youth.

If I cried just a lit tle bit

when first

I learned the truth,

don’t you blame it on (Bbm7)my heart,

(Abmaj13)blame it on,

blame (Eb9sus)it on my youth.

(D)I be lieved in ev ’ry thing,

I was (Eb9)just like a child of three.

You meant more than an y thing,

all the (Bb13)world

to me.

If you were on my mind

both night and day,

blame (Bbm7)it on my youth.

If I for (Bbm7)got to eat and (Abmaj9)sleep and pray,

blame it (Bbm7)on my youth.

And if,

if I (Db13)cry just a lit tle (F)bit

when first I learn the (Gb)truth,

don’t you blame it (Bbm7)on my heart,

blame it on my (Emaj7)youth,

blame it on my (Abmaj9)youth.

Blame It On My Youth by Karrin Allyson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Blame It On My Youth” by Karrin Allyson 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 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 "Blame It On My Youth" 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 "Blame It On My Youth"?
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 "Blame It On My Youth" use?
Just 46 chords: A7, A9, Ab6, Ab7, Abdom, Abmaj, Abmaj7, Abmaj9, +38 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Karrin Allyson songs work for kids?
Try "DAY DREAM", "THE MOON IS A HARSH MISTRESS", "TOO YOUNG TO GO STEADY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.