Pillow Talk

by Doris Day

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Pil low talk,

pil low (G)talk.

An (C)oth er night I’m hear ing my self talk, talk, talk, (G)talk.

Won der (C#dim7)how

it would (D#dim7)be to (Em)have some (Dm)one to (C)pil low (G7)talk with (C6)me.

I won der (C6)how.

I won der (C6)who.

Pil low talk,

pil low (G)talk.

An of be a lone with pil low

When it’s (C#dim7)all

said and (D#dim7)done, two (Em)heads to (Dm)geth er (C)can be (G7)bet er than (C6)one.

That’s what they (C6)say,

they al ways (C6)who.

(C)say.

(F)All I do (F6)is (C6)talk to my (C)pil low, (Dm)talk to my (G)pil low, (C)talk to my pil low.

(F)All I do (F6)is (C6)talk to my (C)pil low, (Dm)talk to my (G)pil low, (C)talk to my pil low.

talk a bout the boy I’m gon na mar ry some day, some how, some (G7)where, (Dm7)some (G7)time.

(C)must be a boy,

(CN.C.)must be a pil low,

(Dm)must be a pil low (CN.C.)talk ing boy for (C6)me.

(We hope she’s right.)

(She’d bet ter be right.)

(There must be a boy.)

(There must be a boy.)

(There must be a boy.)

There must!

Pillow Talk by Doris Day — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Pillow Talk” by Doris Day 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 220 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 "Pillow Talk" 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 "Pillow Talk"?
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 Doris Day songs work for kids?
Try "QUE SERA, SERA", "BY THE LIGHT OF THE SILVERY MOON", "Move Over Darling". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.