Cuddle Up A Little Closer, Lovey Mine

by Karl Hoschna

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Lyrics

Sit ting here be (C#dim7)fore the (G9)em bers,

watch ing pic tures fade and (Gm)glow.

(Dm)seems as tho' the fire (G#dim7)re (Am7)mem bers

(G)scenes of the (D7)long a (G7)go.

You with gold en (C#dim7)ring lets (G7)stream ing,

dressed in knick ers (Edim7)there am (Bb)I.

Just two kid dies (D7)lost in (G)dream (Dm6)ing (E7)as we (Am)hum this (D7)lull a (G7)by.

(C)Cud

dle up a lit tle clo ser, (C)lov

(Ebdim7)ey (G7)mine.

Cud

dle up and be my lit tle cling

(G)ing

(C)vine.

(A7)Like to feel your cheek so (D7)ro

sy.

(G7)Like to make you com fy, (G#dim7)co

(Am)zy.

(D7)'Cause I love from head to (D#dim7)toe

(C)sy

(G7)lov

ey

mine.

(C)Cud

dle up a lit tle clo ser, (C)lov

(Ebdim7)ey

(G7)mine.

Cud

dle up and be my lit tle cling

(G)ing

(C)vine.

(A7)Like to feel your cheek so (D7)ro

sy.

(G7)Like to make you com fy, (G#dim7)co

(Am)zy.

(D7)'Cause I love from head to (D#dim7)toe

(C)sy

(G7)lov

ey

mine.

(C)mine.

Cuddle Up A Little Closer, Lovey Mine by Karl Hoschna — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cuddle Up A Little Closer, Lovey Mine” by Karl Hoschna 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 100 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 "Cuddle Up A Little Closer, Lovey Mine" 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 "Cuddle Up A Little Closer, Lovey Mine"?
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 "Cuddle Up A Little Closer, Lovey Mine" use?
Just 25 chords: A7, Adim, Am, Am7, Bb, Bb7, C, C#dim7, +17 more. Take it one section at a time.