Kiss And Say Goodbye

by The Manhattans

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Lyrics

I had to meet you here to (G)day,

there’s just so man y things to (C)say.

Please don’t stop me till I’m (G)through.

This is some thing I hate to (C)do.

We’ve been meet ing here so (F)long,

I guess what we done was (C)wrong.

Please, dar ling don’t you (G)cry.

Let’s just kiss and say good (C)bye.

Man y months have passed us (G)by,

I’m gon na miss you I can’t (C)lie.

I’ve got ties and so do (G)you,

I just think this is the thing to (C)do.

It’s gon na hurt me I can’t (F)lie,

may be you’ll meet an oth er (C)guy.

Un der stand me won’t you (G)try, try, try.

Let’s just kiss and say good (Dm7)bye.

Kiss And Say Goodbye by The Manhattans — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Kiss And Say Goodbye” by The Manhattans 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 C at 90 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 "Kiss And Say Goodbye" 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 "Kiss And Say Goodbye"?
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.