Hello, Young Lovers

by Rodgers & Hammerstein

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Hel (C)lo, young (C)lov ers, who (Cmaj7)ev er you (C)are, I (C6)hope your (Cmaj7)trou bles are (G7)few.

(Fm)All my good (G7)wish es go (Eb)with you to (G7)night,

(Dm7)I’ve been in (G7)love like (C)you.

Be (C)brave, young (C)lov ers, and (Cmaj7)fol low your (C)star, be (C6)brave and (Cmaj7)faith ful and (G7)true.

(Fm)Cling ver y (G7)close to each (Eb)oth er to (G7)night,

(Dm7)I’ve been in (G7)love like (C)you.

I (F)know how it (C7sus)feels to have (F)wings on your (C7sus)heels, and to (F)fly down a (C7sus)street in a (F)trance.

You (E7)fly down a street on a (Am)chance that you’ll meet, and you (Dm7)meet not real ly by (Dm7)chance.

Don’t (C)cry, young (C)lov ers, what (Cmaj7)ev er you (C)do, don’t (C6)cry be (Cmaj7)cause I’m a (G7)lone.

(Fm)All of my (G7)mem ‘ries are (Eb)hap py to (G7)night,

(Dm7)I’ve had a (G)love of my (C7)own.

(F)I’ve had a (Fm)love of my (C)own, like yours.

(Dm7)I’ve had a (Eb)love of my (C)own.

Hel (C)lo, young (C)lov ers, who (Cmaj7)ev er you (C)are, I (C6)hope your (Cmaj7)trou bles are (G7)few.

(Fm)All my good (G7)wish es go (Eb)with you to (G7)night,

(Dm7)I’ve been in (G7)love like (C)you.

Be (C)brave, young (C)lov ers, and (Cmaj7)fol low your (C)star, be (C6)brave and (Cmaj7)faith ful and (G7)true.

(Fm)Cling ver y (G7)close to each (Eb)oth er to (G7)night,

(Dm7)I’ve been in (G7)love like (C)you.

I (F)know how it (C7sus)feels to have (F)wings on your (C7sus)heels, and to (F)fly down a (C7sus)street in a (F)trance.

You (E7)fly down a street on a (Am)chance that you’ll meet, and you (Dm7)meet not real ly by (Dm7)chance.

Don’t (C)cry, young (C)lov ers, what (Cmaj7)ev er you (C)do, don’t (C6)cry be (Cmaj7)cause I’m a (G7)lone.

(Fm)All of my (G7)mem ‘ries are (Eb)hap py to (G7)night,

(Dm7)I’ve had a (G)love of my (C7)own.

(F)I’ve had a (Fm)love of my (C)own, like yours.

(Dm7)I’ve had a (Eb)love of my (C)own.

Hel (G7)own.

Hello, Young Lovers by Rodgers & Hammerstein — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hello, Young Lovers by Rodgers & Hammerstein 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 C at 135 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Hello, Young Lovers" 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 "Hello, Young Lovers"?
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 Rodgers & Hammerstein songs work for kids?
Try "All At Once You Love Her", "An Ordinary Couple", "A Puzzlement". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.