Green Green Grass Of Home

by Porter Wagoner

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Lyrics

It’s (G)good to touch the (D7)green, green (Am7)grass (D7)of (C)home.

The (G)old home town looks the (G7)same

as I me

(C)step down four gray from the (G)train,

surround and there to meet me realize is my ma ma dreaming.

and (D)pa pa.

(D7)Down the (G)road I look and (G7)there runs Mar y,

hair of (Cdim)gold and (C)lips like (Bm)cher (Am)ries.

It’s (G)good to touch the (D7)green, green (Am7)grass (D7)of (G)home.

Yes, they’ll all

come to see me

(G7)in the (C)reach ing,

smil ing sweet ly;

(Am7)it’s (G)good to touch the (D7)green, green (Am7)grass (D7)of (G)home.

2.

The (G)old house awake is still (G7)stand

ing, the me

(C)paint down four gray is and (G)dry,

surround and there’s that old oak realize tree that I used dreaming.

to (D)play on.

(D7)Down the (G)lane I walk with (G7)my sweet Mar y,

hair of (Cdim)gold and (C)lips like (Bm)cher (Am)ries.

It’s (G)good to touch the (D7)green, green (Am7)grass (D7)of (G)home.

Yes, they’ll all

come to meet me,

(G7)arms the (C)reach ing,

smil ing sweet ly;

(Am7)it’s (G)good to touch the (D7)green, green (Am7)grass (D7)of (G)home.

3.

(to (C)shade

of that old oak (Bm)tree (Am)as they (G)lay me

’neath the (D7)green, green (Am7)grass (D7)of (C)home.

Green Green Grass Of Home by Porter Wagoner — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Green Green Grass Of Home by Porter Wagoner 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 85 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 "Green Green Grass Of Home" 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 "Green Green Grass Of Home"?
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 "Green Green Grass Of Home" use?
Just 9 chords: Am, Am7, Bm, C, Cdim, D, D7, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Porter Wagoner songs work for kids?
Try "A Satisfied Mind", "Green Green Grass Of Home". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.