I Left My Heart In San Francisco

by Tony Bennett

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The (Cm7)love

li (F7)ness

of (Bbmaj9)Par is

seems (Cm7)some

how (F7)sad

ly (Bbmaj9)gay.

The (A)glo

ry (D)that

was (Gm)Rome

is (C9sus)of

an (C9)oth

er (F9sus)day.

(F9)I’ve been (C)ter ri bly a lone

and for (G)got ten in Man (Gb9)hat tan.

I’m (F)go ing (D7)home

to my (C9sus)cit y (C9)by the (F9sus)bay.

I (Cm7)left (C#dim7)my (Bbmaj9)heart

in (C#dim7)San Fran (Cm7)cis co.

High on a (F9sus)hill,

it (F7)calls to (Bbmaj7)me.

To (Cm7)be (C#dim7)where (Bbmaj7)lit tle ca ble cars

climb (Am)half way to the stars!

The (D)morn ing (Gm7)fog

may (C)chill the (F9sus)air;

(Bdim7)I don’t (Cm7)care!

My (F7)love (C#dim7)waits (Bbmaj9)there

in (C#dim7)San Fran (Cm7)cis co,

a bove the (F9)blue

and (Eb)wind (Eb6)y (D)sea.

When (D7)I come (G)home

(G9)to you,

(F)San (G7)Fran (C9sus)cis co,

your (B9)gold (C9)en (F9sus)sun

will (Cm7)shine

(F7b5)for

(Bb6)me!

I (Cm7)left (C#dim7)my (Bbmaj9)heart

in (C#dim7)San Fran (Cm7)cis co.

High on a (F9sus)hill,

it (F7)calls to (Bbmaj7)me.

To (Cm7)be (C#dim7)where (Bbmaj7)lit tle ca ble cars

climb (Am)half way to the stars!

The (D)morn ing (Gm7)fog

may (C)chill the (F9sus)air;

(Bdim7)I don’t (Cm7)care!

My (F7)love (C#dim7)waits (Bbmaj9)there

in (C#dim7)San Fran (Cm7)cis co,

a bove the (F9)blue

and (Eb)wind (Eb6)y (D)sea.

When (D7)I come (G)home

(G9)to you,

(F)San (G7)Fran (C9sus)cis co,

your (B9)gold (C9)en (F9sus)sun

will (Cm7)shine

(F7b5)for

(Bb6)me!

I (Cm7)left (C#dim7)my (Bb6)me!

I Left My Heart In San Francisco by Tony Bennett — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” by Tony Bennett 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 84 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 "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" 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 Left My Heart In San Francisco"?
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 Left My Heart In San Francisco" use?
Just 28 chords: Abdom, Am, Am7, B9, Bb6, Bbm6, Bbmaj7, Bbmaj9, +20 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Tony Bennett songs work for kids?
Try "I Left My Heart In San Francisco", "THE SHADOW OF YOUR SMILE", "Come Saturday Morning (Saturday Morning)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.