Bridge Over Troubled Water

by Simon & Garfunkel

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Lyrics

When you’re (Eb)wea and ry,

when you’re feel in (Eb)street, small,

when (Db)tears (Ab)are (Eb)in

your eyes,

I’ll will (Eb)dry them all;

I’m (Bb)on (Cm)your side.

Oh, when times (Bb9)get (Eb)rough

and friends (Eb9)just (Ab)can’t

(F)be found.

(Eb7)Like (Eb9)a (Ab)bridge

o (F#dim)ver (Eb)trou bled (C7sus4)wa (C7)ter

I will (G7)lay me (Cm)down.

(Eb7)Like (Eb9)a (Ab)bridge

o (F#dim)ver (Eb)trou bled (C7sus4)wa ter

I will (Bb9)lay (Bb7)me (Eb)down.

When you’re (Eb)down and out,

when you’re on the (Eb)street, small,

when (Db)eve (Ab)ning (Eb)falls

so hard

I will (Eb)com fort you.

I’ll (Bb)take (Cm)your part.

Oh,

when dark (Bb9)ness (Eb)comes

and pain (Eb9)is (Ab)all

(F)a round.

(Eb7)Like (Eb9)a (Ab)bridge

o (F#dim)ver (Eb)trou bled (C7sus4)wa (C7)ter

I will (G7)lay me (Cm)down.

(Eb7)Like (Eb9)a (Ab)bridge o (F#dim)ver (Eb)trou bled (C7sus4)wa ter

I will (Bb9)lay (Bb7)me (Eb)down.

When you’re (Eb)trou bled (Cm)wa ter

I will (Cm)lay (G)me (Cm)down.

Sail on (Eb)sil ver girl,

sail on by.

Your (Db)time (Ab)has (Eb)come

to shine.

All your (Eb)dreams are on their (Ab)way.

See (Bb)how (Cm)they (Bb)shine.

Oh,

if you (Eb)need a (Eb)friend

I’m sail (Eb9)ing (Ab)right (F)be hind.

(Eb7)Like (Eb9)a (Ab)bridge o (F#dim)ver (Eb)trou bled (Cm)wa ter

I will (Cm)ease (G)your mind.

(Eb7)Like (Eb9)a (Ab)bridge (Abmaj7)o (F7)ver (Eb)trou bled wa (Cm)ter

I will (G7)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 Ab 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.

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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.