Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?)

· by Billie Holiday

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I don’t know (G7)why, but I’m (G7)feel ing so sad.

I long to (C7)try some thing (Gm7)I’ve nev er (C7)had.

(F7)Nev er had no kiss in’,

(Bb7)oh, what I’ve been miss in’.

(Eb7)Lov er (Db)Man, oh (C7)where can you (F)be?

The night is (G7)cold, and I’m (G7)so all a lone,

I’d give my (C7)soul just to (Gm7)call you my (C7)own.

(F7)Got a moon a bove me,

(Bb7)but no one to love me,

(Eb7)Lov er (Db)Man, oh (C7)where can you (F)be?

(Am)I’ve heard it said that the (A)thrill

of ro mance can (G)be like a (G)heav en ly (G6)dream.

(Gm)I go to (G)bed with a (C7)pray’r that you’ll make love to (F)me,

(Eb)strange as it (Em)seems.

Some day we’ll (G7)meet and you’ll (G7)dry all my tears,

then whis per (C7)sweet lit tle (Gm7)things in my (C7)ears.

(F7)Hug gin’ and a kiss in’,

(Bb7)oh, what we’ve been miss in’,

(Eb7)Lov er (Db)Man, oh (C7)where can you (F)be?

I don’t know (G7)why, but I’m (G7)feel ing so sad.

I long to (C7)try some thing (Gm7)I’ve nev er (C7)had.

(F7)Nev er had no kiss in’,

(Bb7)oh, what I’ve been miss in’.

(Eb7)Lov er (Db)Man, oh (C7)where can you (F)be?

The night is (G7)cold, and I’m (G7)so all a lone,

I’d give my (C7)soul just to (Gm7)call you my (C7)own.

(F7)Got a moon a bove me,

(Bb7)but no one to love me,

(Eb7)Lov er (Db)Man, oh (C7)where can you (F)be?

(Am)I’ve heard it said that the (A)thrill

of ro mance can (G)be like a (G)heav en ly (G6)dream.

(Gm)I go to (G)bed with a (C7)pray’r that you’ll make love to (F)me,

(Eb)strange as it (Em)seems.

Some day we’ll (G7)meet and you’ll (G7)dry all my tears,

then whis per (C7)sweet lit tle (Gm7)things in my (C7)ears.

(F7)Hug gin’ and a kiss in’,

(Bb7)oh, what we’ve been miss in’,

(Eb7)Lov er (Db)Man, oh (C7)where can you (F)be?

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Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?) by Billie Holiday — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?)” by Billie Holiday 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 72 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 "Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?)" 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 "Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?)"?: 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 Billie Holiday songs work for kids?: Try "GOOD MORNING HEARTACHE", "ALWAYS", "CRAZY HE CALLS ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.