Cloud Number Nine

by Bryan Adams

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(D)Clue num ber one was when you knocked on my door.

and (Em)Clue num ber two was was the look that you wore, and (A7sus)that’s when I knew it was a (A7)pret ty good sign that (G)some thing was wrong up on (D)cloud num ber nine.

Well, it’s a (A)long way up and we won’t come down to night.

Well, it may be wrong, but ba by, it sure feels right.

Oh, yeah.

And the moon is out and the stars are bright.

And what ev er come’s gon na be al right ’cause to night you will be mine

up on cloud num ber nine.

And there ain’t no place that I’d rath er be.

And we can’t go back, but you’re here with me.

Yeah, the weath er is real ly fine

up on cloud num ber nine.

Now, (D)he hurt ber you was when and you hurt my me, and (Em)that was n’t the it was sup look posed to be.

So (A7sus)ba by, to night let’s leave the (A7)pret world be hind and (G)spend some was time up on (D)cloud num ber nine.

Well, it’s a (A)long way up and we won’t come down to night.

Well, it may be wrong, but ba by, it sure feels right.

Al right.

And the moon is out and the stars are bright.

And what ev er come’s gon na be al right ’cause to night you will be mine

up on cloud num ber nine.

And there ain’t no place that I’d rath er be.

And we can’t go back, but you’re here with me.

Yeah, the weath er is real ly fine

up on cloud num ber nine.

Now,

Well, we won’t come down to night.

Yeah, we won’t come down to night.

No, we won’t come down to night,

’cause the moon num ber nine.

Yeah, we can (A)watch the world go by

up on cloud num ber nine.

Cloud Number Nine by Bryan Adams — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cloud Number Nine by Bryan Adams 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 110 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 "Cloud Number Nine" 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 "Cloud Number Nine"?
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 "Cloud Number Nine" use?
Just 9 chords: A, A7, Asus4, Bb, Bm, C, D, Em, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bryan Adams songs work for kids?
Try "PLEASE FORGIVE ME", "Here I Am", "CAN'T STOP THIS THING WE STARTED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.