Is "I Forgot To Remember To Forget" 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 "I Forgot To Remember To Forget"?

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 "I Forgot To Remember To Forget" use?

Just 6 chords: Bb, Bb7, C, C7, F, F7. Take it one section at a time.

What other Elvis Presley songs work for kids?

Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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I Forgot To Remember To Forget

· by Elvis Presley

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)I for (F)got to re mem ber to for (C7)get her.

soft I can’t seem to get her off my (F)mind.

I (Bb)thought I’d nev er miss her but be (F)I’ve found out (C7)some (F)how,

I think a bout her (C7)al most all the (F)time.

The (Bb)day she went a way

I made my self a (F)prom ise

that I’d soon for get we ev er (C7)met.

But (F)some thing sure (C7)is (F)wrong

(F7)’cause (Bb)I’m so blue and lone ly.

I for (F)got to re (C7)mem ber to for (F)get.

(CN.C.)When I’m (F)cud dled up danc ing with an (C7)oth er,

soft mu sic and ro mance her fill the (F)air.

I (Bb)think I’m up in heav en, but be (F)fore the dance (C7)is (F)through,

I find my self pre (C7)tend ing that she’s (F)there.

The (Bb)day she went a way

I made my self a (F)prom ise

that I’d soon for get we ev er (C7)met.

But (F)some thing sure (C7)is (F)wrong

(F7)’cause (Bb)I’m so blue and lone ly.

I for (F)got to re (C7)mem ber to for (F)get.

(CN.C.)When I’m (F)get.

I Forgot To Remember To Forget by Elvis Presley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Forgot To Remember To Forget” by Elvis Presley 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 120 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to get comfortable with an oompah bass pattern in your left hand — you'll alternate between a low root note and a higher chord chunk in a steady boom-chah rhythm at 120 BPM, which feels like a relaxed walking pace. Your right hand carries a smooth, vocal-style melody mostly in stepwise motion, so the real challenge isn't the notes themselves but keeping both hands independent and steady. Watch the transitions into the seventh chords — Bb to Bb7, F to F7, and C to C7 each add just one note, but your fingers need to find that lowered tone without hesitating. I'd suggest practicing your left-hand oompah pattern alone first until it feels automatic, then layer in the melody at half tempo. Loop the spots where the chord changes come on an off-beat, because that's where most students rush. Once this clicks, you'll have a solid foundation for any song that uses a bass-and-chord comping pattern — that skill transfers everywhere.

Frequently asked questions

Is "I Forgot To Remember To Forget" 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 "I Forgot To Remember To Forget"?: 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 "I Forgot To Remember To Forget" use?: Just 6 chords: Bb, Bb7, C, C7, F, F7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elvis Presley songs work for kids?: Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.