Nobody Knows

by Kevin Sharp

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I I ry pre tend ed I’m glad you went a way; and I’m no these four walls y clos in’ more ev ’ry day.

And I’m dy blin’ in’ in

and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

I Like a clown I a put on a show;

I’m (Dm7)scream in’ the pain is real, if e ven if no bod y knows.

And I’m my cry in’ in side,

and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

Why (Dm7)did n’t I say You could the (C)things I need ed to say?

And like (Bb)How could I saw my it’s been gel get a way?

Now my (Dm7)world could is just a just bl in’ down; a mil lion years I can say it so clear ly, I’ll but you’re no in’ where a round.

The nights are lone ly, the (C)days are so sad.

And I just keep think in’ a bout the (C)love that we had.

And I’m (Bb)miss in’ you, and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

I car ry a smile when I’m bro ken in a two, and I’m no these bod walls y with out some one like you.

And I’m trem blin’ in in and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

I lie a wake, it’s a quar ter past three; I’m (Dm7)scream in’ the at night real, if I ven thought you’d hear y me.

And Yeah, my heart is call side, and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

How (Dm7)blue can I get?

You could the (C)ask my need ed heart.

say?

And like (Bb)How a jig saw zle, it’s been all a a part.

Mil lion (Dm7)words could n’t say a just how I feel; a mil lion years from now you it know clear ly, I’ll but be lov in’ you a still.

The nights are lone ly, the (C)days are so sad.

And I just keep think in’ a bout the (C)love that we had.

And I’m (Bb)miss in’ you, and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

To mor row morn in’ I’m (C)hit tin’ the dust y road, gon na (Dm7)find you wher ev er, ev er you might go.

And I’m gon na (Bb)un load my heart

and (Bb)hope you come back to me.

The nights are lone ly, the (C)days are so sad.

And I just keep think in’ a bout the (C)love that we had.

And I’m (Bb)miss in’ you, and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

The nights are lone ly, the (C)days are so sad.

And I just keep think in’ a bout the (C)love that we had.

And I’m (Bb)miss in’ you, and (Bb)no bod y knows it but me.

Nobody Knows by Kevin Sharp — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Nobody Knows” by Kevin Sharp 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 Bb at 100 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 "Nobody Knows" 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 "Nobody Knows"?
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 "Nobody Knows" use?
Just 4 chords: Bb, C, Dm7, F. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.