Don't Cry For Me Argentina

by Andrew Lloyd Webber

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It won’t be eas y, you’ll think it (F)strange

when I try to ex plain how I (G7)feel,

that I still need your love af ter (C)all that I’ve done.

You won’t be (Am)lieve me.

All you will see is a (D)girl you once knew, al (D)though she’s dressed up to the (G)nines

at (D7)six es and sev ens with (G)you.

I had to let it hap pen, I had to (F)change;

could n’t stay all my life down at (G7)heel,

look ing out of the win dow, stay ing (C)out of the sun.

So I chose (Am)free dom, they’re run ning a round try ing (D)ev ’ry thing new, but (D)noth ing im pressed me at (G)all.

I (D)nev er ex pect ed it (G)to.

(C)Don’t cry for me Ar gen ti na,

the (F)truth is I (C)nev er left you.

All through my (G)wild days, my mad ex (Am)ist ence, I kept my (C)prom ise.

Don’t keep your (F)dis tance.

And as to for it for tune and as for (F)fame,

could I nev er in vit ed them (G7)in,

though it seemed to the world dow, they were (C)all I de sired.

They are il (Am)lu sions, they’re not the so lu tions they (D)prom ised to be.

The (D)an swer was here all the (G)time.

I (D)love you and hope you love (G)me.

(C)Don’t cry for me Ar gen ti na,

the (F)truth is I (C)nev er left you.

All through my (G)wild days, my mad ex (Am)ist ence, I kept my (C)prom ise.

Don’t keep your (F)dis tance.

Have I said too much?

There’s noth ing more I can think of to (Em7)say to you.

But (Fma7)all you have to do is look at me to know that ev ’ry (C)word is true.

(F)dis tance.

Don't Cry For Me Argentina by Andrew Lloyd Webber — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Cry For Me Argentina by Andrew Lloyd Webber 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 120 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 "Don't Cry For Me Argentina" 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 "Don't Cry For Me Argentina"?
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 Andrew Lloyd Webber songs work for kids?
Try "ALL I ASK OF YOU", "EVERYTHING'S ALRIGHT", "ONLY YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.