Gone, Gone, Gone

by Phillip Phillips

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When life leaves you high and dry, I’ll be at your door to night if (Csus)you need help, if you need help.

I’ll (Dm7)shut down the cit y lights; I’ll lie, cheat, I’ll beg and bribe to (Bbsus2)make you well, to make you well.

When (F5)en e mies are at your door, I’ll car ry you a way catch from war if (Csus)you need help, if you need help.

And Your (Dm7)hope dan gling by a string, I’ll share in your suf fer ing Tell to (Bb)make you well, to make you well.

Give me (Bb)rea sons (F)to be (C)lieve

that you would (Bb)do the (F)same for (C)me.

(CN.C.)And I will do it (for (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

Ba by, I’m not mov (F)ing on, I’ll love you long af ter (C)you’re gone.

(For (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

You will (Bb)nev er sleep (F)a lone; I’ll love you long af ter (C)you go, and long (CN.C.)af ter you’re gone, gone, (F5)gone.

When you (F5)fall e like a stat ue, I’m gon’ be ry there a to catch you, put you (Csus)on your feet, you on your feet.

And if (Dm7)your well is emp ty, not a thing will pre vent me.

ing Tell me (Bb)what you need.

What do you need?

I sur (Bb)ren der (F)hon est (C)ly;

you’ve al ways (Bb)done the (F)same for (C)me.

(CN.C.)So I will do it (for (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

Ba by, I’m not mov (F)ing on, I’ll love you long af ter (C)you’re gone.

(For (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

You will (Bb)nev er sleep (F)a lone; I’ll love you long af ter (C)you go, and long (CN.C.)af ter you’re gone, gone, (F5)gone.

When you long (CN.C.)af ter you’re gone, gone, (Dm7)gone.

You’re my back bone, you’re my cor ner stone, you’re my crutch when my (Bb)legs stop mov ing.

You’re my head start, you’re my rug ged heart, you’re the pulse that I’ve (Bb)al ways need ed.

Like (F)a drum, ba by, (Dm7)don’t stop (Csus)beat in’.

Like (F)a drum, ba by, (Dm7)don’t stop (Csus)beat in’.

Like (F)a drum, ba by, (Dm7)don’t stop (Csus)beat in’.

Like (F)a drum, my heart (Dm7)nev er stops (Csus)beat in’ (for (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

Ba by, I’m not mov (F)ing on, I’ll love you long af ter (C)you’re gone.

(For (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

You will (Bb)nev er sleep (F)a lone; I’ll love you long af ter (C)you go.

(For (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

Ba by, I’m not mov (F)ing on, I’ll love you long af ter (C)you’re gone.

(For (Bb)you,

for (Dm7)you.)

You will (Bb)nev er sleep (F)a lone; I’ll love you long af ter (C)you go.

(For (Bb)nev er sleep (F)a lone; I’ll love you long, (C)long af ter you go.

Like a drum, ba by, don’t stop beat in’.

Like a drum, ba by, don’t stop beat in’.

Like a drum, ba by, don’t stop beat in’.

Like a drum, my heart nev er stops beat in’ for (F5)you.

And long af ter you’re (F)gone, (G7sus)gone, (F5)gone,

I’ll love you (F5)long af ter you’re (F)gone, (G7sus)gone, (F5)gone.

Gone, Gone, Gone by Phillip Phillips — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Gone, Gone, Gone by Phillip Phillips 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 116 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, Gone, 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, Gone, 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.