Is "Book Of Love" 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 "Book Of Love"?

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 "Book Of Love" use?

Just 5 chords: Bb, C7, Dm, F, Gm7. Take it one section at a time.

What other The Monotones songs work for kids?

Try "Book Of Love". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Book Of Love

· by The Monotones

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Lyrics

(F)Tell me, tell me, (Dm)tell me, oh, (Gm7)who wrote the book of (C7)love?

I’ve (F)got to know the (Dm)an swer.

Was it (Gm7)some one from a (C7)bove?

I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

I love you, (Dm)dar ling,

(Gm7)ba by, you know I (C7)do,

but I’ve (F)got to see this (Dm)book of love, (Gm7)find out why it’s (C7)true;

I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

(Bb)Chap ter One says to love her, to (F)love her with all your heart;

(Bb)Chap ter Two you tell her you’re (C7)nev er, nev er, nev er, nev er ev er gon na part.

In (F)Chap ter Three re (Dm)mem ber the (Gm7)mean ing of ro (C7)mance;

in (F)Chap ter Four you (Dm)break up, but you (Gm7)give her just one more (C7)chance.

Oh, I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

Ba by, ba by, (Dm)ba by, I (Gm7)love you, yes, I (C7)do;

well, it (F)says so in this (Dm)book of love, (Gm7)ours is the one that’s (C7)true.

I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

(F)Tell me, tell me, (Dm)tell me, oh, (Gm7)who wrote the book of (C7)love?

I’ve (F)got to know the (Dm)an swer.

Was it (Gm7)some one from a (C7)bove?

I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

I love you, (Dm)dar ling,

(Gm7)ba by, you know I (C7)do,

but I’ve (F)got to see this (Dm)book of love, (Gm7)find out why it’s (C7)true;

I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

(Bb)Chap ter One says to love her, to (F)love her with all your heart;

(Bb)Chap ter Two you tell her you’re (C7)nev er, nev er, nev er, nev er ev er gon na part.

In (F)Chap ter Three re (Dm)mem ber the (Gm7)mean ing of ro (C7)mance;

in (F)Chap ter Four you (Dm)break up, but you (Gm7)give her just one more (C7)chance.

Oh, I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

Ba by, ba by, (Dm)ba by, I (Gm7)love you, yes, I (C7)do;

well, it (F)says so in this (Dm)book of love, (Gm7)ours is the one that’s (C7)true.

I (F)won der, won der who,

(Bb)who,

who wrote the book of (F)love?

(F)love?

Book Of Love by The Monotones — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Book Of Love” by The Monotones 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 140 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 "Book Of Love" 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 "Book Of Love"?: 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 "Book Of Love" use?: Just 5 chords: Bb, C7, Dm, F, Gm7. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Monotones songs work for kids?: Try "Book Of Love". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.