Come On In My Kitchen

by Robert Johnson

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Mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm,

mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm,

mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm,

mmm, mmm, mmm.

You’d bet ter come on

in my kitch en,

babe, it’s gon’ to be rain in’ out doors.

Ah, the wom an I (Bb)love,

took from my best friend.

Some jok er got luck y, stole he back a gain.

You bet ter come on

in my kitch en,

babe, it’s gon’ to be rain in’ out doors.

Aw, she’s (Bb)gone

I know she won’t come back.

I’ve taken the last nick el out of her na tion sack.

You bet ter come on

in my kitch en,

babe, it’s gon’ to be rain in’ out doors.

You bet ter come on

in my kitch en,

ba by, it’s gon’ to be rain in’ out doors.

When a wom an gets in (Bb)trou ble ev ’ry bod y throws her down.

Look in’ for her good friend,

none can be found.

You bet ter come on

in my kitch en,

ba by, it’s gon’ to be rain in’ out doors.

Win ter time’s com (Bb)in’,

it’s gon’ be slow.

You can’t make the win ter, babe,

that’s dry long so.

You bet ter come on

in my kitch en,

’cause it’s gon’ to be rain in’ out doors.

Come On In My Kitchen by Robert Johnson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Come On In My Kitchen by Robert Johnson 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 Eb at 90 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 "Come On In My Kitchen" 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 "Come On In My Kitchen"?
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 "Come On In My Kitchen" use?
Just 1 chord: Bb. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Robert Johnson songs work for kids?
Try "WALKIN' BLUES", "LOVE IN VAIN BLUES", "RAMBLIN' ON MY MIND". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.