Put Your Records On

by Corinne Bailey Rae

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Three lit tle birds

(D9)sat on my win dow

and they told me I don’t need to wor ry.

Sum mer came like cin na (D)mon, so sweet.

Lit tle girls dou ble dutch on the con crete.

May

be some times

we (Am)got it wrong, but it’s (D7)al right.

The more things seem to change,

the more they stay the same.

Oo, don’t you hes i tate.

(C)Girl, put your rec ords on.

Tell me your fav ’rite song.

You go a (G)head, let your hair down.

Sap phire and fad ed jeans, I hope you get your dreams.

Just go a (G)head, let your hair down.

You’re gon na find your self some where,

some how.

Blue as the sky,

(D9)sun burnt and lone ly,

sip pin’ tea in a bar by the road side.

Don’t you let those oth er (D)boys fool you,

got ta love that ble Af ro the hair do.

May

be some times

we (Am)feel a fraid, but it’s (D7)al right.

The more you stay the same,

the more they seem to change.

Oo, Don’t you think it’s strange?

(C)Girl, put your rec ords on.

Tell me your fav ’rite song.

You go a (G)head, let your hair down.

Sap phire and fad ed jeans, I hope you get your dreams.

Just go a (G)head, let your hair down.

You’re gon na find your self some where,

some how.

’Twas more than I could take,

pit y for pit y’s sake.

Some nights kept me a wake, I thought that I was strong er.

When you gon na re al ize

that you don’t e ven have to (Fmaj7)try an y (Dm7)long er?

Do what you (G7)want to.

(C)Girl, put your rec ords on.

Tell me your fav ’rite song.

You go a (G)head, let your hair down.

Sap phire and fad ed jeans, I hope you get your dreams.

Just go a (G)head, let your hair down.

Girl, put your rec ords on.

Tell me your fav ’rite song.

You go a (G)head, let your hair down.

Sap phire and fad ed jeans, I hope you get your dreams.

Just go a (G)head, let your hair down.

Girl, put your rec ords on.

Tell me your fav ’rite song.

down.

Oo, you’re gon na find your self some where, some how.

Put Your Records On by Corinne Bailey Rae — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Put Your Records On by Corinne Bailey Rae 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 95 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 "Put Your Records On" 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 Records On"?
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 Corinne Bailey Rae songs work for kids?
Try "PUT YOUR RECORDS ON", "LIKE A STAR", "Put Your Records On". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.