I Second That Emotion

by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

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May be you’ll wan na give me kiss es sweet,

but on ly for one night with no re peat.

And may be you’ll go a way and nev er call,

and a (G)taste of hon ey’s worse than none at all.

Oh, lit tle girl, in (G)that case I don’t want no part.

I do be lieve that (G)that would on ly break my heart.

Oh, but if you feel like lov in’ me, (A)if you got the (G)no tion,

I sec ond that e (D)mo tion.

So if you feel like giv ing me a (A)life time of de (G)vo tion,

I sec ond that e (D)mo tion.

May be you think that love will tie you down

and you don’t have the time to hang a round.

Or may be you think that love will make us fools,

and and (G)so it makes you wise to break the rules.

Oh, lit tle girl, in (G)that case I don’t want no part.

I do be lieve that (G)that would on ly break my heart.

Oh, but if you feel like lov in’ me, (A)if you got the (G)no tion,

I sec ond that e (D)mo tion.

So if you feel like giv ing me a (A)life time of de (G)vo tion,

I sec ond that e (D)mo tion.

May

Oh, lit tle girl, in

I Second That Emotion by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Second That Emotion” by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles 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 D at 100 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 Second That Emotion" 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 Second That Emotion"?
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 Second That Emotion" use?
Just 3 chords: A, D, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Smokey Robinson & The Miracles songs work for kids?
Try "OOO BABY BABY", "YOU'VE REALLY GOT A HOLD ON ME", "THE TRACKS OF MY TEARS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.