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Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep

· by Irving Berlin

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Lyrics

When (Am)I’m

(Em)wor ried and (Fmaj7)I (F7)can’t (Em7)sleep,

(C)I (Fmaj7)count (F7)my (Em7)bless ings (C)in (Dm7)stead of (E)sheep.

(E7)And (Am)I

fall a sleep

(D9)count ing my (G7sus)bless ings.

When (Am)my

(Em)bank roll is (Fmaj7)get (F7)ting (Em7)small,

(C)I (Fmaj7)think (F7)of (Em7)when I (C)had (Dm7)none at (E)all.

(E7)And (Am)I

fall a sleep

(D9)count ing my (G7sus)bless

(C)ings.

I (Ab)think a bout a (Ab)nurs ’ry (Bdim7)and

I (Bbm7)pic (Eb)ture (Bbm7)curl (Eb)y heads.

And (Ab)one by one I (D)count them (G7)as

they (C)slum ber (Dm7)in (Abm6)their (C7sus)beds.

If (Am)you’re

(Em)wor ried and (Fmaj7)you (F7)can’t (Em7)sleep,

(C)just (Fmaj7)count (F7)your (Em7)bless ings (C)in (Dm7)stead of (E)sheep.

(E7)And (Am)you’ll

fall a sleep

(D9)count ing your (G7sus)bless

(C)ings.

I (Ab)think a bout a (Ab)nurs ’ry (Bdim7)and

I (Bbm7)pic (Eb)ture (Bbm7)curl (Eb)y heads.

And (Ab)one by one I (D)count them (G7)as

they (C)slum ber (Dm7)in (Abm6)their (C7sus)beds.

If (Am)you’re

(Em)wor ried and (Fmaj7)you (F7)can’t (Em7)sleep,

(C)just (Fmaj7)count (F7)your (Em7)bless ings (C)in (Dm7)stead of (E)sheep.

(E7)And (Am)you’ll

fall a sleep

(D9)count ing your (G7sus)bless

(C)ings.

I (C)ings.

Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep by Irving Berlin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep” by Irving Berlin 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 84 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 "Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep" 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 "Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep"?: 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 "Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep" use?: Just 23 chords: Ab, Ab6, Abm6, Am, Bbm7, Bdim7, C, C6, +15 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Irving Berlin songs work for kids?: Try "MARIE", "A PRETTY GIRL IS LIKE A MELODY", "A COUPLE OF SWELLS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.