Only Happy When It Rains

· by Garbage

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Lyrics

I’m on ly hap py when it (Em)rains.

I’m on ly hap py when it’s (C)com li cat ed.

And though I know you can’t ap (C)pre ci ate it, I’m on ly hap py when it (Em)rains.

You know I love it when the (C)news is bad

and why it feels so good to (C)feel so sad.

I’m on ly hap py when it (G)rains.

(A)Pour

your (Em)mis er y down,

pour your (G)mis er y down on (A)me.

Pour your (Em)mis er y down,

pour your (G)mis er y down on (D)me.

I’m on ly hap py when it (Em)rains.

I feel the good when things are (C)go in’ wrong.

I on ly lis ten to to (C)sad, sad songs.

I’m on ly hap py when it (G)rains.

(A)Pour

your (Em)mis er y down,

pour your (G)mis er y down on (A)me.

Pour your (Em)mis er y down,

pour your (G)mis er y down on (D)me.

I’m on ly hap py when it I on ly smile in the (Em)dark.

My on ly com fort is the (C)night gone black.

I did n’t ac ci dent al ly (C)tell you that.

I’m on ly hap py when it (A)me.

Pour your (Em)mis er y down,

pour your (G)mis er y down on (A)me.

Pour your (Em)mis er y down.

(F)You can keep me com pa ny as (G)long as you don’t care

I’m on ly hap py when it (Em)rains.

You’ll wan na hear a bout my (C)new ob ses sion.

I’m rid ing high up on a (C)deep de pres sion.

I’m on ly hap py when it (Em)rains.

Pour some (C)mis er y down on (Am)me.

I’m on ly hap py when it (Em)rains.

Only Happy When It Rains by Garbage — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Only Happy When It Rains” by Garbage 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 E at 124 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 "Only Happy When It Rains" 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 "Only Happy When It Rains"?: 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 Garbage songs work for kids?: Try "ONLY HAPPY WHEN IT RAINS", "STUPID GIRL", "The World Is Not Enough". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.