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Don't Cry Out Loud

· by Melissa Manchester

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(Bb)Ba by cried the day the cir cus came to (Dm7)town

’cause she (Cm7)did n’t like pa rades just pass ing (Bb)by her.

So she (Bb)paint ed on a smile and took up with some (Dm7)clown,

and she (Cm7)danced with out a net up on the (Bb)wire.

ter.

I (Gm)know a lot a bout her ’cause you (Dm)see,

she (Gm)ba by is an aw ful (C7)lot like (F7)me.

I taught her: Don’t cry out loud.

Just keep it in (Cm)side,

learn how to (Cm)hide your (Eb)feel (F)ings.

Fly high and proud,

and if you should (Cm)fall,

re mem ber you (Cm)al most

(Eb)had (F)it (Gmaj7)all.

(Bb)Ba by saw that when they pulled the big top (Dm7)down,

’cause they (Cm7)left be hind her dreams a mong the (Bb)lit ter.

So she (Bb)And the dif f’rent kind of love she thought she’d (Dm7)found,

there was (Cm7)noth ing more than saw dust and some (Bb)glit ter.

But (Gm)ba by can’t be bro ken ’cause you (Dm)see,

she (Gm)had the fin est teach er, (C7)that was (F7)me.

I taught her: Don’t cry out loud.

Just keep it in (Cm)side,

learn how to (Cm)hide your (Eb)feel (F)ings.

Fly high and proud,

and if you should (Cm)fall,

re mem ber you (Cm)al most

(Eb)had (F)it (Gmaj7)all.

(Cm)al most had (F)it all.

Don’t cry out loud.

Just keep it in (G#)side,

re learn how to (C#m)hide your (E)feel (F#)ings.

Fly high and proud,

and if you should (G#)fall,

re mem ber you (C#m)hide your (E)feel (F#)ings.

(C#m)al most (E)had (F#)it (B)all.

Don't Cry Out Loud by Melissa Manchester — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Cry Out Loud” by Melissa Manchester 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 70 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 "Don't Cry Out Loud" 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 Out Loud"?: 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 "Don't Cry Out Loud" use?: Just 20 chords: B, Bb, C#m, C#m7, C7, Cm, Cm7, Dm, +12 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Melissa Manchester songs work for kids?: Try "MIDNIGHT BLUE", "Midnight Blue". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.