My Valentine

by Paul McCartney

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What if it rained?

We did n’t care.

She said that (F)some day soon, the sun was gon na shine.

And she was right,

this love of mine,

my val en tine.

As days and nights

would pass me by,

I’d tell my (F)self that I was wait ing for a sign.

Then she ap peared,

a love so fine,

my val en tine.

As days and nights

And I will (Fmaj7)love her

for life.

And I will (Fmaj7)nev er let a day

go by

with out re (Fmaj7)mem b’ring

the rea sons (Dm7)why

she makes me (Fmaj7)cer tain

that I can fly.

And so I do,

with out a care.

I know that (F)some day soon the sun is gon na shine.

And she’ll be there,

this love of mine,

my val en tine.

What if it rained?

My Valentine by Paul McCartney — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Valentine” by Paul McCartney 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 F at 70 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 Valentine" 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 Valentine"?
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 "My Valentine" use?
Just 14 chords: Am9, C, Cm, Cm7, Cmaj7, Cmaj9, Csus2, D7, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Paul McCartney songs work for kids?
Try "MAYBE I'M AMAZED", "MAYBE I'M AMAZED", "I DON'T KNOW". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.