Glory Days

by Bruce Springsteen

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I had a friend, was a big (C)base ball play er

back in high (C)school.

He could throw that speed (C)ball right by ya,

make you look like a (C)fool.

Saw him the oth er night at a road side bar;

I was walk ing in, he was walk ing out.

We went back in side, sat down, had a few drinks but (C)all he kept talk ing a bout was glo ry days.

(C)They’ll pass you by, glo ry days,

in the (C)wink of a young girl’s eye.

Glo ry days,

glo ry days,

woo.

Woo.

Woo.

Oh, there’s a girl that lives (C)up the block.

Back in school, she could turn (C)all the boys’ heads.

Some times on a (C)Fri day, I’ll stop by and have a few drinks be fore she put her (C)kids to bed.

Oh, her and her hus band, Bob by, they split up; I guess it’s two years gone by now.

Oh, (D)we just sit a round talk in’ ’bout the old times.

She (C)says when she feels like cry ing, she starts (D)laugh ing, think ing a bout glo ry days.

(C)They’ll pass you by, glo ry days,

in the (C)wink of a young girl’s eye.

Glo ry days,

glo ry days,

woo.

Woo.

Woo.

I think I’m go ing down to the well to night.

I’m na till I get my fill.

And I when I get old, I don’t sit a round talk ing ’bout it;

but I know I prob ’ly will.

Yeah, just sit ting back try’n’ to re cap ture a (C)lit tle of the glo ry of...

Oh, time slips a way and leaves you with noth ing, mis ter, but

bor ing (D)sto ries of glo ry days.

(C)They’ll pass you by, glo ry days,

in the (C)wink of a young girl’s eye.

Glo ry days,

glo ry days.

Glo ry, (G)glo ry days.

(C)They’ll pass you by, glo ry days,

in the (C)wink of a young girl’s eye.

Glo ry days,

glo ry days.

Glo ry, (G)glo ry days.

Woo.

Woo.

Woo.

Glory Days by Bruce Springsteen — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Glory Days by Bruce Springsteen 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 110 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 "Glory Days" 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 "Glory Days"?
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 Bruce Springsteen songs work for kids?
Try "LAND OF HOPE AND DREAMS", "GLORY DAYS", "GLORY DAYS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.