It's Sad To Belong

by England Dan

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I Met you on a spring time day; I could You were mind in’ your life and I was (Ebmaj7)mind in’ mine (Fm7)too.

And la dy when you looked my way,

I had a strange sen sa tion, and dar lin’ (Eb)that’s when I (Eb7)knew,

That it’s sad to be long to some one else when the (Fm7)right one (Ab)comes a long.

Yes, it’s sad to be long to some one else when the (Fm7)right one (Ab)comes a long.

I Oh, I wake up in the night I could

And I reach be side life me hop in’ (Ebmaj7)you will be (Fm7)there.

And But in stead I find some one

And who be lieved in me tion, when I said (Eb)I’d al ways (Eb7)care.

Oh, it’s sad to be long to some one else when the (Fm7)right one (Ab)comes a long.

Yes, it’s sad to be long to some one else when the (Fm7)right one (Ab)comes a long.

So, I’ll (Abmaj7)live my life in a dream

world for the (Fm7)rest of (Ab)my (Eb)days.

Just (Abmaj7)you and me walk ing hand in hand in a (Fm7)wish ful mem o ry.

Oh, I guess that’s all that it will ev er be.

to be long to some one else when the (Fm7)right one (Ab)comes a long.

Yes, it’s sad to be long to some one else when the (Fm7)right one (Ab)comes a long.

It's Sad To Belong by England Dan — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “It's Sad To Belong” by England Dan 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 Ab 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 "It's Sad To Belong" 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 Sad To Belong"?
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 Sad To Belong" use?
Just 12 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Bb7, Bb9, Cm7, Db, Db6, Eb, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.