Delilah

by Tom Jones

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I saw the light on the night that I passed by her (E7)win dow.

(A)I saw the flick er ing shad ows of love on her (E7)blind.

(A)She

(A7)was

my (Dm)wo man.

(A)As she de ceived me, I (E7)watched and went out of my (Am)mind.

(C)My my my

De (G7)li lah,

Why why (G9)why

(B7)De (C)li lah?

(C)I

could (C7)see

that (F)girl was (F)no good for (Dm)me,

(C)but I was lost like a (G7)slave that no man could (C)free.

At break of day, when that man drove a way, I was (E7)wait in’,

(A)I crossed the street to her house and she o pened the (E7)door.

(A)*

(A7)stood

there (Dm)laugh ing,

(A)I felt the knife in my (E7)hand, and she laughed no (Am)more.

(C)My, my, my

De (G7)li lah.

Why, why, (G9)why

(B7)De (C)li lah?

(C)So,

be (C7)fore

they (F)come to (F)break down the (Dm)door,

for (C)give me De li lah I (G7)just could n’t take a ny (C)more.

At break of day, when that man drove a way, I was (E7)wait in’,

(A)I crossed the street to her house and she o pened the (E7)door.

(A)*

(A7)stood

there (Dm)laugh ing,

(A)I felt the knife in my (E7)hand, and she laughed no (Am)more.

(C)My, my, my

De (G7)li lah.

Why, why, (G9)why

(B7)De (C)li lah?

(C)So,

be (C7)fore

they (F)come to (F)break down the (Dm)door,

for (C)give me De li lah I (G7)just could n’t take a ny (C)more.

(C)more.

For (Am)give me, De li lah, I (E7)just could n’t take an y (Am)more.

Delilah by Tom Jones — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Delilah” by Tom Jones 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 192 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 "Delilah" 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 "Delilah"?
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 "Delilah" use?
Just 12 chords: A, A7, Am, B7, C, C7, D, Dm, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Tom Jones songs work for kids?
Try "WHAT'S NEW PUSSYCAT?", "IT'S NOT UNUSUAL", "WITH THESE HANDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.