Gone

by Montgomery Gentry

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This ain’t no temp o rar y, (G)typ i cal, may tear we ful (D7)good it bye, uh, uh, uh.

This ain’t no break in’ up then (G)wak in’ up and mak in’ up (D7)one more time, uh, uh, uh.

Yeah, she’s gone, (Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone) gone.

(D7)Gone like a freight train, (G)gone like yes ter day, (D7)gone like a sol dier in the (G)Civ il War, (F)bang, bang.

(D7)Gone like a fif ty nine (G)Ca dil lac, like all the (D7)good things that ain’t nev er com in’ back.

She’s gone, (Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone) gone,

she’s gone.

This ain’t no give it time, I’m (G)hurt in’, but may be we can (D7)work it out, uh, uh, uh.

Won’t be no cham in’ pagne, then (G)red in’ rose and ro in’ mance, (D7)sec ond chance, uh, uh, uh.

Yeah, she’s gone, (Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone) gone.

(D7)Gone like a freight train, (G)gone like yes ter day, (D7)gone like a sol dier in the (G)Civ il War, (F)bang, bang.

(D7)Gone like a fif ty nine (G)Ca dil lac, like all the (D7)good things that ain’t nev er com in’ back.

She’s gone, (Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone) gone,

she’s gone.

gone,

she’s gone.

Yeah, she’s gone, (Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone) gone.

(D7)Gone like a freight train, (G)gone like yes ter day, (D7)gone like a sol dier in the (G)Civ il War, yeah, she’s gone.

(D7)Gone like a fif ty nine (G)Ca dil lac, like all the (D7)good things, yeah, she’s gone, (G)nev er com in’ back.

(D7)Long gone, done me wrong, (G)nev er com in’ back, my ba by’s gone,

she’s gone.

(D7)Lone ly at home, sit tin’ all a lone, (G)packed her bags and now she’s gone,

nev er com in’ back, she’s gone.

Gone by Montgomery Gentry — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Gone by Montgomery Gentry 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 D at 120 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 "Gone" 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 "Gone"?
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 "Gone" use?
Just 3 chords: D7, F, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Montgomery Gentry songs work for kids?
Try "LUCKY MAN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.