Gentle On My Mind

· by Glen Campbell

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It’s (C)know ing that your (Cmaj7)door is al ways (C6)o pen and your (C)path is free to (Dm)walk,

That makes me tend to (Dm(maj7))leave my sleep ing (Dm7)bag rolled up and (G7)stashed be hind your (C)couch,

And it’s (C)know ing I’m not (Cmaj7)shack led by for (C6)got ten words and (Cmaj7)bonds And the (C)ink stains that have (Cmaj7)dried up on some (Dm)line,

That keeps you in the (Dm7)back roads by the (Dm6)riv ers of my (Dm7)mem ’ry that (Dm(maj7))keeps you (Dm7)ev er (G7)gen tle on my (C)mind.

It’s not (C)know ing that your (Cmaj7)door is al ways (C6)o pen and your (C)path is free to (Dm)walk,

That makes me tend to (Dm(maj7))leave my sleep ing (Dm7)bag rolled up and (G7)stashed be hind your (C)couch,

And it’s (C)know ing I’m not (Cmaj7)shack led by for (C6)got ten words and (Cmaj7)bonds And the (C)ink stains that have (Cmaj7)dried up on some (Dm)line,

That keeps you in the (Dm7)back roads by the (Dm6)riv ers of my (Dm7)mem ’ry that (Dm(maj7))keeps you (Dm7)ev er (G7)gen tle on my (C)mind.

It’s not (C)mind.

Gentle On My Mind by Glen Campbell — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Gentle On My Mind” by Glen Campbell 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 140 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 "Gentle On My Mind" 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 "Gentle On My Mind"?: 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 Glen Campbell songs work for kids?: Try "A BETTER PLACE", "Rhinestone Cowboy", "TRY A LITTLE KINDNESS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.