Hometown Glory

by Adele

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Lyrics

I’ve been (Am)walk ing in the same way (C)when

as I (C)thick and did, (F)paque.

(Am)miss ing out the cracks in the pave ment and tut ting (C)my heel and strut ting my (Fmaj7)feet.

“Is there (Am)an y thing I can do for you, dear?

Is there an y one I (Fmaj7)could call?” get the (Am)“No, and in thank you, please, Ma (C)dame.

’ry bod y I ain’t lost, just (F)wan der ing.”

’Round my (Am)home town,

mem

o ries are fresh.

’Round my (Am)home town,

oo,

the (C)peo ple I’ve met

are the (Am)won ders of my (C)world,

are the (C)won ders of my (F)world,

are the (Am)won ders of this

world, are the (C)won ders of now.

I (F)sides.

(Am)Shows that we ain’t gon na stand (C)it.

Shows that we are u nit (C)ed.

Shows that we ain’t gon na (F)take it.

(Am)Shows that we ain’t gon na stand (C)it.

Shows that we are u nit (C)ed.

’Round my (Am)home town,

mem

o ries are fresh.

’Round my (Am)home town,

oo,

the (C)peo ple I’ve met,

(Am)doot ’n’ doot ’n’ doot ’n’ doo oh.

(Am)Yeah,

yeah.

Are the (Am)won ders of my (C)world,

are the (C)won ders of my (F)world,

are the (Am)won ders of this

world, are the (C)won ders

of my (Am)world,

of my (C)world,

yeah,

of my (Am)world,

of my (C)world,

yeah.

Hometown Glory by Adele — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hometown Glory by Adele 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 120 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "Hometown Glory" 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 "Hometown Glory"?
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.