It's Just Another New Year's Eve

by Barry Manilow

Loading song
Fetching song
1
Play in Full ModesMore Songs for Kids
Lyrics

Don’t look so sad.

It’s not so bad, you know.

It’s (F9)just an oth er (A7)night,

that’s all spent it with is.

them

It’s not and all the first.

Who says they can’t not the true?

you know.

We’ve come through all the rest.

We’ll get through this.

We’ve made mis takes (Em7)lone,

but we’ve made good friends, too.

Re (F9)mem ber all the (A7)nights

we’ve wait and it see.

is.

them

And we’ll and all our plans.

but think how wise not come grow.

you know.

To night’s an oth the rest.

We’ll get through this.

We’ve made mis takes er chance it’s on ly New start a gain.

It’s just an oth er New Year’s Eve, an (C7)oth er night like all the rest.

It’s (D7)just an oth er New Year’s Eve, let’s make it the (Fmaj7)best.

It’s just an oth er New Year’s Eve, it’s (C7)just an oth er Auld Lang Syne.

But when we’re through,

this (Am7)New Year you’ll see

we’ll (Bbmaj7)be

just (F)fine.

We’re not a

we’ll (Bbmaj7)be just (F)fine.

It's Just Another New Year's Eve by Barry Manilow — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “It's Just Another New Year's Eve by Barry Manilow 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 60 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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's Just Another New Year's Eve" 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's Just Another New Year's Eve"?
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 "It's Just Another New Year's Eve" use?
Just 23 chords: A7, Am7, B7, B9, Bb, Bbmaj7, C7, C9, +15 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Barry Manilow songs work for kids?
Try "THIS CAN'T BE REAL", "CAN'T SMILE WITHOUT YOU", "JUMP SHOUT BOOGIE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.