Don't Rain On My Parade

· by Barbra Streisand

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Lyrics

Don’t (C)tell me not to fly, I’ve (C)sim ply got to.

If (C)some one takes a spill, it’s (C)me and not you.

Don’t (C#dim)bring a round a cloud to rain on my pa (C)rade.

Don’t (C)tell me not to live, just (C)sit and put ter.

Life’s (C)can dy and the sun’s a (C)ball of but ter.

Who (C#dim)told you you’re al lowed to rain on my pa (C)rade.

(C)rade?

I’ll march my (Fmaj7)band (Dm)out, I’ll beat my (F)drum.

And if I’m (Am7)fanned out, your (A7)turn at (D)bat, sir, at least I did n’t fake it.

(G7sus)Hat, sir, I guess I did n’t make it!

But (C)wheth er I’m the rose of (C)sheer per fec tion or (C)freck le on the nose of (C)life’s com plex ion, the (C#dim)cin der on the shin y ap ple of its (Em7)eye,

(D)I got ta (Fdim)fly once, (C)I got ta (F#dim)try once, (G7)on ly can die once, (C)right, sir?

(D)Oh, love is (Fdim)juic y, (C)juic y and (F7)you see, (F#)I got ta (B7)have my (Em)bite, (G7)sir.

(C)rade.

Don't Rain On My Parade by Barbra Streisand — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Rain On My Parade” by Barbra Streisand 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 160 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 Rain On My Parade" 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 Rain On My Parade"?: 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 Barbra Streisand songs work for kids?: Try "ORDINARY MIRACLES", "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes", "My Man (Mon Homme)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.