Everytime You Go Away

by Paul Young

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Lyrics

Hey,

if on can’t and go y (Am)free, lems,

then why do we lose so man y (C)tears?

I Oh, feel your bod so you move, go a gain

when the lead ing man ap pears.

I can’t go on

sing ing the same theme; theme; ’cause can’t you see we’ve got (Bdim7)ev ’ry thing go ing on and on and on.

Ev ’ry time you (Dm)go a way,

you take a piece of (C)me with you.

Ev ’ry time you (Dm)go a way,

you take a piece of (C)me with you.

Go on can’t and go y (Am)free, lems,

then why do may be too close to (C)see.

I can feel your bod so y move, go a gain

does n’t mean that man to me.

I can’t go on

sing ing the same theme; theme; ’cause can’t you see we’ve got (Bdim7)ev ’ry thing, ba by, e ven though you know,

ev ’ry time you (Dm)go a way,

you take a piece of (C)me with you.

Ev ’ry time you (Dm)go a way,

you take a piece of (C)me with you.

I can’t go on

sing ing the same theme,

’cause, ba by, can’t you see we got (Bdim7)ev ’ry thing go ing on and on and on.

Ev ’ry time you (Dm)go a way,

you take a piece of (C)me with you.

Ev ’ry time you (Dm)go a way,

you take a piece of (C)me with you.

Ev ’ry time you

Everytime You Go Away by Paul Young — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Everytime You Go Away” by Paul Young 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 Bb 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 "Everytime You Go Away" 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 "Everytime You Go Away"?
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 "Everytime You Go Away" use?
Just 11 chords: A7, Am, Bb, Bbmaj7, Bdim7, C, Csus4, Dm, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Paul Young songs work for kids?
Try "I Wish You Love". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.