Get Rhythm

· by Johnny Cash

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Lyrics

Hey, get (F)rhy thm

when you get the blues.

Come on and get (Bb)rhy thm

when (Bb7)you get the blues.

Get a rock and roll feel in’ in your bones get taps on your toes and get gone, get a (Bb)rhy thm

when (C7)you get the blues.

A lit tle shoe shine boy, lis he nev er gets low down, but he’s got the dirt i est na job in town.

Bend in’ low shoe at the peo ple’s feet on took a wind y cor ner of a dirt y street.

Well, I asked him while he shined my shoes, said you’re a how’d y he keep boy to from get tin’ the blues.

He grinned as he raised his a lit tle head.

He popped a shoe shine rag pop pin’ and he then he said get rhy thm

when you get the blues.

Come on and get (Bb)rhy thm

when you get the blues.

It Yes the jump y rhy thm makes you feel el so fine, It it ’ll shake off the trou ble from your wor ried mind.

Get (Bb)rhy thm

when (C7)you get the blues.

Get (C7)you

get

the blues.

Get Rhythm by Johnny Cash — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Get Rhythm” by Johnny Cash 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 144 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 "Get Rhythm" 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 "Get Rhythm"?: 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 Johnny Cash songs work for kids?: Try "GOD'S GONNA CUT YOU DOWN", "IF YOU COULD READ MY MIND", "HELP ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.