Just Someone I Used To Know

by Jack Clement

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

There’s

a (Bb)pic ture that I (F)car ry,

(Bb)one we (F)made

some time a go.

When they ask

who’s (Bb)in the pic ture (F)with me,

(Bb)I just (F)say,

“Some (C7)one I used to (F)know.

Just some (Bb)one

I used to spend some (F)time with,

(Bb)just a (F)flame

that’s lost its glow.”

I don’t tell them of the (F7)nights I cry with (Bb)out you,

I say, (F)“Just

some (C7)one I used to (F)know.

Just some (Bb)one

I used to run a (F)round with,

(Bb)just a (F)friend

of long a go.”

I don’t tell them how (F7)lost I am with (Bb)out you,

I say, (F)“Just

some (C7)one I used to (F)know.”

(Bb)I say, (F)“Just

some (C7)one I used to (Bb)know.”

Just Someone I Used To Know by Jack Clement — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Just Someone I Used To Know” by Jack Clement 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 110 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 "Just Someone I Used To Know" 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 "Just Someone I Used To Know"?
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 "Just Someone I Used To Know" use?
Just 5 chords: Bb, C, C7, F, F7. Take it one section at a time.