It Might As Well Rain Until September

· by Carole King

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What should I write?

What can I say?

How can I (G)tell you how (Gm7)much I (C7)miss you?

The weath er (Gm7)here has been as (F)nice as it can (Gm7)be,

al though it (Gm7)does n’t real ly (F)mat ter much to (F7)me.

For all the (Bbm6)fun I’ll have while (F)you’re so far a (G7)way, day,

it so it (Db7)might as well

(C7)rain un til Sep (F)tem ber.

I don’t need (Gm7)sun ny skies for (F)things I have to (Gm7)do,

’cause I stay (Gm7)home the whole day (F)long and think of (F7)you.

As far as (Bbm6)I’m con cerned each (F)day’s a rain y (G7)way, stay,

it so it (Db7)might as well

(C7)rain un til Sep (F)tem ber.

(F)tem ber.

My friends look for ward to their (Bbm7)pic nics on the beach.

(A7)Yes, (Abm7)ev ’ry bod y (Db)loves the sum mer (Gb)time.

But you know, dar ling, while your (Bm7)arms are out of reach,

(Bb7)the (Am7)sum mer (D)is n’t (G)an y (Em)friend of (Gm7)mine.

(F)tem

(F)ber.

It Might As Well Rain Until September by Carole King — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “It Might As Well Rain Until September” by Carole King 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 85 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 "It Might As Well Rain Until September" 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 "It Might As Well Rain Until September"?: 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.
What other Carole King songs work for kids?: Try "YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND", "TAPESTRY", "I FEEL THE EARTH MOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.