Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me

by Elton John

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Lyrics

I can’t light

no more of your dark

(C)ness.

All my pic tures

seem to fade to black and white.

I’m grow ing tired

and time stands still be fore

(C)me.

Fro zen here,

on the lad der of my (G)life.

Too late

to save my self from (C)fall

ing.

I took a chance

and changed your way of life.

But you mis read

my mean ing when I (F)met you.

Closed the door

and left me blind ed

by the light.

Don’t let the sun go (C)down on me.

Al though I search my self, it’s al ways (D7)some one else I see.

I’d just al low a frag ment of your (F)life

to wan der free.

But (F)los ing ev ’ry thing is like the (Dm)sun (C)go (F)ing (C)down (F)on (C)me.

I can’t find,

oh, the right ro (C)man tic line.

But see me once

and see the way I feel.

Don’t dis card me

just be cause you think I mean you harm.

But these cuts I have,

oh, they need (C)love

to help them (G)heal.

(C)me.

Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” by Elton John 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 80 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 Let The Sun Go Down On 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 "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On 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 "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" use?
Just 10 chords: Ab, Am7, Bb, C, C7, D7, Dm, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elton John songs work for kids?
Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.