Cry, Cry, Cry

· by Johnny Cash

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Ev ’ry bod y knows where you go when the sun goes down.

I think you on ly live to see the (G)lights

up (C7)town.

I (F)wast ed my time when I would try, try, try,

’cause (Bb)when the lights have lost their glow, you’ll (C7)cry, cry, (F)cry.

Soon your sug ar dad dies will all be gone.

You’ll wake up some cold day and (G)find you’re a (C7)lone.

You’ll (F)call for me, but I’m gon na tell you bye, bye, bye.

When I (Bb)turn a round and walk a way you’ll (C7)cry, cry, (F)cry.

You’re gon na cry, cry, cry, and you cry a (F)lone.

When (Bb)ev ’ry one’s for got ten and you’re (F)left on your own, you’re gon (Fm)na (G)cry,

(C7)cry,

cry.

Ev ’ry bod y knows where you go when the sun goes down.

I think you on ly live to see the (G)lights

up (C7)town.

I (F)wast ed my time when I would try, try, try,

’cause (Bb)when the lights have lost their glow, you’ll (C7)cry, cry, (F)cry.

Soon your sug ar dad dies will all be gone.

You’ll wake up some cold day and (G)find you’re a (C7)lone.

You’ll (F)call for me, but I’m gon na tell you bye, bye, bye.

When I (Bb)turn a round and walk a way you’ll (C7)cry, cry, (F)cry.

You’re gon na cry, cry, cry, and you cry a (F)lone.

When (Bb)ev ’ry one’s for got ten and you’re (F)left on your own, you’re gon (Fm)na (G)cry,

(C7)cry,

cry.

Ev ’ry bod y cry.

Cry, Cry, Cry by Johnny Cash — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cry, Cry, Cry” by Johnny Cash 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 Bb at 144 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 "Cry, Cry, Cry" 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 "Cry, Cry, Cry"?: 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.
What other Johnny Cash songs work for kids?: Try "GOD'S GONNA CUT YOU DOWN", "IF YOU COULD READ MY MIND", "HELP ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.