Make 'Em Laugh (From 'Singin' In The Rain')

· by Nacio Herb Brown

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Make ’em (Eb6)laugh!

Make ’em (Eb)laugh!

Don’t you know ev ’ry one wants to (Eb6)laugh?

My (Bb)dad said “Be “Go an and (Bb69)ac tor, my son,

but (Cm)be a (Fm)co mi cal one.” They’ll be (Eb6)stand ing in (Eb)lines for those old hon ky tonk mon key (Ab)shines.

Now you could stu dy (Adim7)Shakes peare and be (Eb)quite cer e lite.

And (Ab)you can charm the (Adim7)cri tics and have (Eb)noth in’ to eat.

Just (Ab)slip on a ba (Adim7)na na peel, the (Gm)world’s at your feet.

Make ’em (Fm)laugh!

Make ’em (Bb)laugh!

Make ’em (Eb)laugh!

Make ’em (Eb6)laugh!

Make ’em (Eb)laugh!

Don’t you know ev ’ry one wants to (Eb6)laugh?

My (Bb)grand pa said “Go out and (Bb69)tell ’em a joke

but (Cm)give it (Fm)plen ty of hoke.” Make ’em (Eb6)roar!

Make ’em (Eb)scream!

Take a fall, butt a wall, split a (Ab)seam.

You start off by pre (Adim7)tend ing you’re a (Eb)dan cer with grace.

You (Ab)wig gle till they’re (Adim7)gig gl ing all (Eb)o ver the place.

And (Ab)then you get a (Adim7)great big cus tard (Gm)pie in the face.

Make ’em (Fm)laugh!

Make ’em (Bb)laugh!

Make ’em (Eb)laugh!

Make ’em (Eb)laugh!

Make ’em (Fm)laugh!

Make ’em (Bb)laugh!

Make ’em (Eb)laugh!

Make 'Em Laugh (From 'Singin' In The Rain') by Nacio Herb Brown — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Make 'Em Laugh (From 'Singin' In The Rain')” by Nacio Herb Brown 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 Ab at 160 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 "Make 'Em Laugh (From 'Singin' In The Rain')" 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 "Make 'Em Laugh (From 'Singin' In The Rain')"?: 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 Nacio Herb Brown songs work for kids?: Try "You Stepped Out Of A Dream". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.