Put Your Dreams Away

by Frank Sinatra

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Put your (Fm7)dreams

a (Bb9)way for an (Eb6)oth er day

and (Fm7)I will take their (Bb)place in your (Ebmaj7)heart.

Wish ing (Fm7)on a (Bb9)star nev er (Eb6)got you far,

(Eb7)and (G)so it’s time to (D7)make a new (Gmaj9)start.

(Fm7)When your dreams at (Ab)night

(Bb7)fade be (G)fore

(C7)you,

(F)then I’ll have the (Db9)right

to a (F9)dore

(Bb7)you.

Let your (Fm7)kiss

con (Bb9)fess

this is (Ebmaj7)hap pi (Eb7)ness, (C7)dar (C)ling, and (Fm7)put (Gm7)all (Ab6)your (Fm7)dreams

(Bb7)a (Eb6)way.

Put your (Fm7)dreams

a (Bb9)way

for an (Eb6)oth er day

and (Fm7)I will take their (Bb)place in your (Ebmaj7)heart.

Wish ing (Fm7)on

a (Bb9)star

nev er (Eb6)got you far,

(Eb7)and (G)so it’s time to (D7)make a new (Gmaj9)start.

(Fm7)When your dreams at (Ab)night

(Bb7)fade be (G)fore

(C7)you,

(F)then I’ll have the (Db9)right

to a (F9)dore

(Bb7)you.

Let your (Fm7)kiss

con (Bb9)fess

this is (Ebmaj7)hap pi (Eb7)ness,

(C7)dar (C)ling, and (Fm7)put (Gm7)all (Ab6)your (Fm7)dreams

(Bb7)a (Eb6)way.

Put your (Eb6)way.

Put Your Dreams Away by Frank Sinatra — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Put Your Dreams Away” by Frank Sinatra 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 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 "Put Your Dreams Away" 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 "Put Your Dreams Away"?
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 "Put Your Dreams Away" use?
Just 23 chords: Ab, Ab6, B7, Bb7, Bb9, C, C7, Cm7, +15 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Frank Sinatra songs work for kids?
Try "THE CONTINENTAL", "LOST IN THE STARS", "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.