Can't You See

by Marshall Tucker Band

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Lyrics

I’m Gon na take a freight train

a down at the sta tion, Lord.

I ain’t a crawl in where it (D)goes.

I’m gon na Gon na climb a moun dy, tain,

ride it all the way to moun tain, Lord,

and jump off, ain’t no bod y gon na (D)know.

Can’t you see,

oh, can’t you see

what that (G)wom an,

what she been do in’ to (D)me?

I’m gon I’m gon na find me

as hole in the wall; tion, Lord.

gon ain’t a nev er side and (D)die,

I’m gon na take me ’cause my la dy, now

ride it all the way to wom an, Lord,

and nev er told no it me good of (D)bye.

Can’t you see,

oh, can’t you see

what that (G)wom an,

what she been do in’ to (D)me?

Can't You See by Marshall Tucker Band — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Can't You See” by Marshall Tucker Band 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 D at 120 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 "Can't You See" 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 "Can't You See"?
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 "Can't You See" use?
Just 4 chords: C, D, D7, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.