Is "Cry To Me" 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 To Me"?

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 "Cry To Me" use?

Just 5 chords: Bb, Bbdom, C, Eb7, F7. Take it one section at a time.

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Cry To Me

· by Professor Longhair

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Lyrics

When your ba by leaves, ing

leaves you all a lone

and and no in’ (Eb7)bod y

but calls the you on the (Bb)phone,

don’t you feel like (F7)cry in’?

Don’t you feel like (Bb)cry in’?

Well, here I am, (F7)hon ey,

come on, come on, cry to me.

And when you’re all a lone ing

in an emp ty room

and there’s noth the (Eb7)’bout y

but but the of her per (Bb)fume,

don’t you feel like (F7)cry in’?

Don’t you feel like (Bb)cry in’?

Well, here I am, (F7)hon ey,

come on, come on, cry to me.

And when you’re all a (CN.C.)Well,

(Eb7)noth in’

could be sad der than a (Bb)glass of wine a lone.

(F7)Lone li ness, lone li ness is just a waste of time.

And ba by, you don’t have to (Bb)walk,

walk all a lone.

You’ll see.

If your (Eb7)lov er

don’t re (Bb)turn,

take my (F7)hand, won’t you, hon ey,

come on and walk with me,

a oh,

And when you’re Oh, (CN.C.)don’t you feel like cry in’?

Cry to (Bb)me.

Oh, (CN.C.)don’t you feel like, oh, (F7)cry in’?

Cry to (Bb)me,

cry to me.

Cry To Me by Professor Longhair — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cry To Me” by Professor Longhair 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 100 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 To Me" 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 To Me"?: 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 "Cry To Me" use?: Just 5 chords: Bb, Bbdom, C, Eb7, F7. Take it one section at a time.