Bridge Over Troubled Water

· by Simon & Garfunkel

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Lyrics

When you’re (C)wea and ry,

feel in’ you’re on the (C)small,

when (Bb)tears (F)are (Cmaj7)in

your (Dm7)eyes,

I’ll (C)dry them fort all;

(C)I’m (G)on (Am)your (G)side.

(G7)Oh, when times get (C)rough,

(C)and friends (C9)just (F)can’t

(D)be (G)found,

(C)like (G)a (F)bridge

(G)o (F#dim)ver (A7)trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me (Am)down.

(C)Like (C9)a (F)bridge

(G)o (F#dim)ver (A7)trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me (C)down.

When you’re (C)down and out,

when in’ you’re on the (C)street,

when (Bb)eve (F)ning (Cmaj7)falls

so (Dm7)hard,

I (C)will com fort you.

(C)I’ll (G)take (Am)your (G)part.

(G7)Oh, when dark ness (C)comes,

(C)and pain (C9)is (F)all

(D)a

(G)round,

(C)like (G)a (F)bridge

(G)o (F#dim)ver (A7)trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me (Am)down.

(C)Like (C9)a (F)bridge (G)o (F#dim)ver (A7)trou bled wa ter,

I will lay me (C)down.

When you’re (Am)trou bled wa ter,

I will (E)lay me (Am)down.

Sail on, (C)sil ver girl,

sail on (C)by.

Your (Bb)time (F)has (Cmaj7)come

to (Dm7)shine.

All your (C)dreams are on their (F)way.

(C)See (G)how (Am)they (G)shine.

(G7)Oh,

if you (C)need a (Em)friend

(C)I’m sail (C9)ing (F)right (D)be

(G)hind.

(C)Like (G)a (F)bridge (G)o (F#dim)ver (Am)trou bled wa ter,

I will (E)ease your (Am)mind.

(C7)Like a (F)bridge o (D)ver (C)trou bled (Am)wa ter, I will (E7)ease your mind.

Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Simon & Garfunkel 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 C at 100 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 "Bridge Over Troubled Water" 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 "Bridge Over Troubled Water"?: 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 Simon & Garfunkel songs work for kids?: Try "STILL CRAZY AFTER ALL THESE YEARS", "MRS. ROBINSON", "The Boxer". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.