High Hopes

by Frank Sinatra

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(F6)Next time you’re found with your (F#dim7)chin on the ground, there’s a (Gm7)lot to be learned,

so look a (F)round.

(F)Just what makes that (Bb)lit tle ol’ ant (C7)think he’ll move that (F)rub ber tree plant.

An y one knows (F#dim7)an (Gm7)ant (G#dim7)can’t

move a (C7)rub ber tree (F6)plant.

But he’s (F7)got high

hopes, (Bdim7)he’s got high

(F)hopes, (Dm7)he’s got high (Dm7)ap (G7)ple pie (Dm7)in (G7)the sky

hopes.

So an y (F)time you’re get tin’ low, (F7)’stead of let tin’ go, (Bb)just re mem ber that (Bdim7)ant.

(F6)Oops!

There (F#dim7)goes an (Gm7)oth er rub ber tree (F#dim7)plant.

There goes an (C7)oth er rub ber tree (F#dim7)plant.) There goes an (Gm7)oth er rub ber tree (F)plant.

(F6)When trou bles call and your (F#dim7)back’s to the wall, there’s a (Gm7)lot to be learned;

that wall could (F)fall.

(F)Once there was a (Bb)sil ly ol’ ram, (C7)thought he’d punch a (F)hole in a dam.

No one could make (F#dim7)that (Gm7)ram (G#dim7)scram;

he kept (C7)butt in’ that (F6)dam, ’cause he (F7)had high

hopes, (Bdim7)he had high

(F)hopes, (Dm7)he had high (Dm7)ap (G7)ple pie (Dm7)in (G7)the sky

hopes.

So an y (F)time you’re feel in’ bad, (F7)’stead of feel in’ sad, (Bb)just re mem ber that (Bdim7)ram.

(F6)Oops!

There (F#dim7)goes a (Gm7)bil lion kil o watt (F#dim7)dam.

There goes a (C7)bil lion kil o watt (F#dim7)Oops!

There goes a (Gm7)bil lion kil o watt (F)dam.

(F)plop!

(C7)Ker (F)plop!

High Hopes by Frank Sinatra — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “High Hopes” by Frank Sinatra 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 130 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 "High Hopes" 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 "High Hopes"?
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 "High Hopes" use?
Just 16 chords: Bb, Bdim7, C, C7, C9, Cdom, Dm, Dm7, +8 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Frank Sinatra songs work for kids?
Try "THE CONTINENTAL", "LOST IN THE STARS", "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.