I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm

by Benny Goodman

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The (F)snow is (Abdim)snow ing, the (Gm)wind is (C7)blow ing, but (F)I can (Fdim)weath er the storm.

What do I (Gm7)care how (C7)much it may storm?

I’ve (F#dim)got my (Gm)love to (C7)keep me (F)warm.

I (F)can’t re (Abdim)mem ber a (Gm)worse De (C7)cem ber; just (F)watch those (Fdim)i ci cles form.

What do I (Gm7)care if (C7)i ci cles form?

I’ve (F#dim)got my (Gm7)love to (C7)keep me (F)warm.

(Am)Off with my (Am(maj7))o ver coat, (Am7)off with my (D7)glove.

(Gm)I need no (Am)o ver (D7)coat; I’m burn ing with (C7)love.

My (F)heart’s on (Abdim)fire, the (Gm)flame grows (C7)high er.

So (F)I will (Fdim)weath er the storm.

What do I (Gm7)care how (C7)much it may storm?

I’ve (F#dim)got my (Gm7)love to (C7)keep me (F)warm.

(C7)The (F)snow is (Abdim)snow ing, the (Gm)wind is (C7)blow ing, but (F)I can (Fdim)weath er the storm.

What do I (Gm7)care how (C7)much it may storm?

I’ve (F#dim)got my (Gm)love to (C7)keep me (F)warm.

I (F)can’t re (Abdim)mem ber a (Gm)worse De (C7)cem ber; just (F)watch those (Fdim)i ci cles form.

What do I (Gm7)care if (C7)i ci cles form?

I’ve (F#dim)got my (Gm7)love to (C7)keep me (F)warm.

(Am)Off with my (Am(maj7))o ver coat, (Am7)off with my (D7)glove.

(Gm)I need no (Am)o ver (D7)coat; I’m burn ing with (C7)love.

My (F)heart’s on (Abdim)fire, the (Gm)flame grows (C7)high er.

So (F)I will (Fdim)weath er the storm.

What do I (Gm7)care how (C7)much it may storm?

I’ve (F#dim)got my (Gm7)love to (C7)keep me (F)warm.

(C7)The (F)warm.

I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm by Benny Goodman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm by Benny Goodman 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 160 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've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm" 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've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm"?
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 Benny Goodman songs work for kids?
Try "GOODBYE", "Rose Room", "Sing, Sing, Sing". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.