(Love Is) The Tender Trap

· by Frank Sinatra

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Lyrics

You (F)see a pair of laugh ing (F#dim)eyes

and (Cm7)sud den ly you’re sigh ing (C7)sighs;

you’re (Cm7)think ing noth ing’s (F7)wrong, you (Eb7)string a long, boy, then (A)snap!

Those (G9)eyes, those sighs, they’re (Gm7)part of the (C7)ten der (F)trap!

You’re (F)hand in hand be neath the (F#dim)trees

and (Cm7)soon there’s mu sic in the (C7)breeze;

you’re (Cm7)act ing kind of (F7)smart, un (Eb7)til your heart just goes (A)whap!

Those (G9)trees, that breeze, they’re (Gm7)part of the (C7)ten der (F)trap!

You’re (F)trap!

(CN.C.)Some star ry (E)night,

when her (A7)kiss es make you (Dm)tin (Gm7)gle,

she’ll hold you (E)tight

and you’ll (A7)hate your self for (Dm7)be (G7)ing

(Gm7)sin (Gb7)gle.

And (F#dim)all at once it seems so nice,

the (C7)folks are throw ing shoes and rice;

you (Cm)hur ry to a (F7)spot that’s (Eb7)just a dot on the (A)map!

You (G9)won der how it (Gm7)all came a (Gm7)bout it’s (A)too late now, there’s (D7)no get ting out.

You (Gm)fell in (Gm(maj7))love, and (Gm7)love is the (C7)ten (Gb7)der (F)trap!

(Love Is) The Tender Trap by Frank Sinatra — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “(Love Is) The Tender Trap” by Frank Sinatra 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 120 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 Is) The Tender Trap" 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 Is) The Tender Trap"?: 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 Frank Sinatra songs work for kids?: Try "THE CONTINENTAL", "LOST IN THE STARS", "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.