Love In Vain Blues

by Robert Johnson

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Lyrics

And I (G)fol lowed her

to the sta tion

with a suit case in my hand.

And I fol lowed (C)her to the sta tion

with a suit case in my hand.

Well, it’s (Am)hard to tell, it’s hard to tell

when all your love’s in vain.

(G)All my (C)love’s (Cm)in (G)vain.

When the (G)train

rolled up to the (G7)sta tion

I looked her in the eye,

when the train (C)rolled up to the sta tion

and I looked her in the eye,

well, I was (Am)lone some, I felt so lone some

and I could not help but cry.

(G)All my (C)love’s (Cm)in (G)vain.

When the (G)train,

it left the (G7)sta tion

with two lights on be hind,

when the train, it left the sta tion

with two lights on be hind,

well, the (Am)blue light was my blues

and the red light was my mind.

(G)All my (C)love’s (Cm)in (G)vain.

Ooh, (G)hoo,

hoo, Wil lie Mae.

Oh,

hey,

hoo, Wil lie Mae.

Ooh

hoo,

hoo, wee, oh woe,

(G)all my (C)love’s (Cm)in (G)vain.

Love In Vain Blues by Robert Johnson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Love In Vain Blues by Robert Johnson 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 G 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 "Love In Vain Blues" 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 "Love In Vain Blues"?
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 "Love In Vain Blues" use?
Just 7 chords: Am, Bbdim7, C, Cm, D7, G, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Robert Johnson songs work for kids?
Try "WALKIN' BLUES", "RAMBLIN' ON MY MIND", "COME ON IN MY KITCHEN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.