I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues

by Elton John

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Lyrics

Don’t wish it a way,

don’t (Em)look at it like (F)it’s for your (C)ev er.

Be (C)tween you and (G)me ond

I could hon est ly (Bm)say, tion, that (F)things er can on ly get (C)bet ter.

And (C)while I’m a (G)way

(B7)bust out the de mons in (Em)side,

and it won’t than be (C)long be fore you and me (G)run, to the place in our (Am)hearts

(F)where

we (G)hide.

And I (C)guess that’s why they (G)call it the (F)blues.

Time on my (C)hands could be (G)time spent with (F)you,

(C)laugh ing like (G)chil dren, liv ing like (Am)lov ers, (C)roll ing like (F)thun der un der the (D)cov ers,

and I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.

Just stare in to space,

don’t (Em)pic at ture my (F)face in your (C)hands.

er.

Be (C)Live for each (G)sec ond

I with out hes i (Bm)ta tion, and (F)nev er for get I’m your (C)man.

ter.

And (C)Wait on me (G)girl,

(B7)cry in the night if it (Em)helps,

and but more than ev (C)er be I sim ply love (G)you, to the more than I (Am)love

(F)life

it (G)self.

And I (C)guess that’s why they (G)call it the (F)blues.

Time on my (C)hands could be (G)time spent with (F)you,

(C)laugh ing like (G)chil dren, liv ing like (Am)lov ers, (C)roll ing like (F)thun der un der the (D)cov ers,

and I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.

(C)blues, laugh ing like (G)chil dren,

liv ing like (Em)lov ers, and I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.

And I (F)guess that’s why they (F)call it the (C)blues.

I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues” by Elton John 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues" 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 Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues"?
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.