My Girl

· by The Temptations

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My Girl

The Temptations108 BPM

Lyrics

I’ve got (C)sun shine

on a cloud y (C)day.

When it’s (C)cold out side,

I’ve got the month of (C)May.

(C)I

(Dm)guess

(F)you

(G)say,

(C)what can (Dm)make me (F)feel this (G)way?

(C)My girl,

talk ing ’bout (F)my

girl.

I’ve got (C)so

much (F)hon ey, the bees en vy (C)me.

I’ve got a (C)sweet er song

than the birds in the (C)trees.

Well,

I don’t (D)need no mon ey,

for tune or (D)fame.

I’ve got (D)all the rich es, ba by,

one man can (D)claim.

Well, (D)I

(Em)guess

(G)you

(A)say,

(D)what can (Em)make me (G)feel this (A)way?

(D)My girl,

talk ing ’bout (G)my

girl.

I’ve got sun shine on a cloud y day with (Em7)my girl.

I’ve (A)e ven got the month of May with (D)my girl.

Talk ing ’bout, (Em7)talk ing ’bout, talk ing ’bout (A7)my girl.

Woo, (D)my girl.

(A7)That’s all I can talk a bout is (D)my girl.

My Girl by The Temptations — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Girl” by The Temptations 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 96 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 "My Girl" 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 "My Girl"?: 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 The Temptations songs work for kids?: Try "I'M LOSING YOU", "BALL OF CONFUSION", "AIN'T TOO PROUD TO BEG". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.