Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old Days)

by The Judds

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Grand pa,

tell me ’bout the good old days.

Some times it feels like

this I world’s gone cra zy.

And Grand pa,

let’s take me back to yes ter day,

when the line me be tween right and wrong

did n’t seem so haz y.

Did lov ers real ly fall in love to stay and stand be side each oth er come what may?

Was a prom ise real ly some thing peo ple kept, not just some thing they would say and then for get?

Did fam ’lies real ly bow their heads to pray?

Did dad dys real ly nev er go a way?

Oh, oh, Grand

pa, tell me ’bout the good old days.

Grand pa,

ev ’ry thing is chang in’ fast.

We call it prog ress,

but I just don’t know.

zy.

And Grand pa,

let’s wan der back in to the past,

then the paint me be the pic and ture

of n’t long a go.

y.

Did lov ers real ly fall in love to stay

and stand be side each oth er come what may?

Was a prom ise real ly some thing peo ple kept, not just some thing they would say and then for get?

Did fam ’lies real ly bow their heads to pray?

Did dad dys real ly nev er go a way?

Oh, oh, Grand pa, tell me ’bout the good old days.

Oh, oh, Grand pa, tell me ’bout the good old days.

Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old Days) by The Judds — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old Days)” by The Judds 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 slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old 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 "Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old 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 The Judds songs work for kids?
Try "LOVE CAN BUILD A BRIDGE", "WHY NOT ME", "Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old Days)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.