Pocketful Of Sunshine

· by Natasha Bedingfield

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Lyrics

(Am)I got a pock et, got a pock et ful of sun shine.

(G)I got a love and I know that it’s all mine, (F)oh,

whoa.

(Am)Do what you want, but you’re nev er gon na break me.

(G)Sticks and stones are nev er gon na shake me, (F)oh,

whoa.

Take me a (Am)way,

a se cret (C)place.

A sweet es (G)cape,

take me a (Dm)way.

Take me a (Am)way

to bet ter (C)days.

Take me a (G)way,

a hid ing (Dm)place.

(Am)I got a pock et, got a pock et ful of sun shine.

(G)I got a love and I know that it’s all mine, (F)oh,

whoa.

(Am)Do what you want, but you’re nev er gon na break me.

(G)Sticks and stones are nev er gon na shake me, (F)oh,

whoa.

(Am)I got a pock et, got a pock et ful of sun shine.

(G)I got a love and I know that it’s all mine, (F)oh,

whoa.

(Am)Wish that you could, but you ain’t gon na own me.

(G)Do an y thing you can to con trol me, (F)oh,

no.

There’s a place that I go that no bod y knows, where the riv (F)ers flow

and I call (Dm)it home.

And there’s no more lies and the dark ness is light and no bod (F)y cries,

there’s on ly (Dm)but ter flies.

Take me a (Am)way,

a se cret (C)place.

A sweet es (G)cape,

take me a (Dm)way.

Take me a (Am)way

to bet ter (C)days.

Take me a (G)way,

a hid ing (Dm)place.

Take me a (Am)way,

a se cret (C)place.

A sweet es (G)cape,

take me a (Dm)way.

Take me a (Am)way

to bet ter (C)days.

Take me a (G)way,

a hid ing (Dm)place.

The sun is on my side and takes me for a ride.

I smile up to the sky,

I know I’ll be al (G)right.

The sun is on my side and takes me for a ride.

I smile up to the sky,

I know I’ll be al (G)right.

I know I’ll be al (G)right.

Pocketful Of Sunshine by Natasha Bedingfield — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Pocketful Of Sunshine” by Natasha Bedingfield 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 A at 152 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 "Pocketful Of Sunshine" 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 "Pocketful Of Sunshine"?: 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 Natasha Bedingfield songs work for kids?: Try "HAPPY", "THESE WORDS", "FRECKLES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.