Friends In Low Places

by Garth Brooks

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Blame it (G)all on my roots.

I (G#dim7)showed up in boots and (Am)ruined your black tie af fair.

Ev The (D)last one to know,

the (D7)last one to show, I was the (G)last one you’d thought you’d see there.

And I saw the sur prise and the (G#dim7)fear in his eyes when (Am)I took his glass of cham (Cm)pagne

and (D)I toast ed you, said, “Hon ey, we may be through, but you’ll nev er hear me com plain.”

’Cause (G)I’ve got friends in low

plac es, where the whis key drowns and the beer

chas es my (Am)blues a way

and I’ll (D7)be o kay.

Yeah, (G)I’m not big on so cial grac es.

Think I’ll slip on down to the O

a sis.

Oh, (Am)I’ve got friends

in low

(G)plac es.

Well, I (G)guess I was wrong.

I (G#dim7)just don’t be long.

But (Am)then, I’ve been there be fore.

Ev ’ry (D)thing is al right.

I’ll (D7)just say good night and I’ll (G)show my self thought to the door.

And Hey, I did n’t mean to (G#dim7)cause a big scene.

Just (Am)give me an ho ur and (Cm)then,

well, (D)I’ll be high you, as that i we vo ry tower but you’ll nev that you’re liv ing in.

’Cause (G)I’ve got friends in low plac es, where the whis key drowns and the beer chas es my (Am)blues a way

and I’ll (D7)be o kay.

Yeah, (G)I’m not big on so cial grac es.

Think I’ll slip on down to the O a sis.

Oh, (Am)I’ve got friends

in low

(G)plac es.

Well, I

Yeah,

Friends In Low Places by Garth Brooks — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Friends In Low Places by Garth Brooks 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 G at 100 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 "Friends In Low Places" 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 "Friends In Low Places"?
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 Garth Brooks songs work for kids?
Try "THE DANCE", "UNANSWERED PRAYERS", "GOOD RIDE COWBOY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.