Next Year, Baby

by Jamie Cullum

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Do do do day do do do da.

Next

Do do do day do do do da.

Next (Ebmaj7)year

things are gon na change,

gon na (Dbmaj9)drink less beer

and (Abm7)start all o ver a gain.

Gon na (Ebmaj7)read more books,

gon na (Abmaj7)keep up with the news,

gon na (Db)learn how to cook

and (Abm7)spend less mon ey on shoes.

I’ll pay my (Ebmaj7)bills on time

and file my (Abmaj7)mail a way,

(Cm7)ev ’ry day on ly (Dbmaj9)drink the fin est wine

and (Abm7)call my gran ev ’ry Sun day.

Well, res o lu tions,

ba by, they (Abmaj7)come and go.

Will I do (Dbmaj9)an y of these things?

The (Abm7)an swer’s prob ab ly no.

And if there’s one thing I must do

de spite my (Abmaj7)great est fears,

I’m gon na (Dbmaj9)say to you

how (Abm7)I felt all of these years.

Next (Eb)year; do do do day do do do da.

Next (Eb)year; do do do day do do do da.

I’m gon na (Ab)tell

you

how I (Ab)feel.

I’m gon na (Gb)tell

(Ab)you

how I (Gb)feel.

(Ab)tell

you

how I (Ab)feel.

I’m gon na (Gb)tell

(Ab)you

how I (Gb)feel.

Do do do day do do do da.

Do do do day do do do do (Db13)da.

Well, res o lu tions,

ba by, they (Abmaj7)come and go.

Will I do (Dbmaj9)an y of these things?

The (Abm7)an swer’s prob ab ly no.

And if there’s one thing I must do,

de spite my (Abmaj7)great est fears,

I’m gon na (Dbmaj9)say to you

how (Abm7)I felt all of these years.

Next (Eb)year; do do do do do do do do.

Do do do do do do da da.

Next (Eb)year.

Do do do do do do da da.

Next (Ebmaj7)year.

Next Year, Baby by Jamie Cullum — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Next Year, Baby by Jamie Cullum 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 130 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 "Next Year, Baby" 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 "Next Year, Baby"?
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 "Next Year, Baby" use?
Just 16 chords: Ab, Abm, Abm7, Abmaj7, Abmin, Cm, Cm7, Dbdom, +8 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jamie Cullum songs work for kids?
Try "TWENTYSOMETHING", "GRAN TORINO", "ALL AT SEA". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.