Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues

by Elvis Presley

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Lyrics

Ev ’ry bod y’s gone a way,

said they’re mov in’ to L.

(C6)A.

There’s not a soul I know a (D7)round,

(CN.C.)ev ’ry bod y’s leav in’ (G)town.

Some caught a freight, some caught a plane;

find the sun shine, leave the (C6)rain.

They said this town ’ll waste your (D7)time.

I guess they’re right, it’s wast in’ (G)mine.

Some got ta win, some got ta (Cmaj7)lose,

good time Char lie’s got the (G)blues,

good time Char lie’s got the (G)blues.

Y’ know my heart keeps tell in’ me

you’re not a kid at thir ty (C6)three.

Y’ play a round, y’ lose your (D7)wife;

y’ play too long, you lose your (G)life.

I got my pills t’ ease the pain,

can’t find a thing t’ ease the (C)rain.

I’d love t’ try and set tle (D7)down,

but ev ’ry bod y’s leav in’ (G)town.

Some got ta win, some got ta (Cmaj7)lose,

good time Char lie’s got the (G)blues,

good time Char lie’s got the (G)blues,

good time Char lie’s got the (G)blues.

Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues by Elvis Presley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues” by Elvis Presley 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 100 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 "Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues" 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 "Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues"?
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 "Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues" use?
Just 5 chords: C, C6, Cmaj7, D7, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elvis Presley songs work for kids?
Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.