Rainy Days And Mondays

by Carpenters

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(G)Talk in’ to my (Bm)self and feel in’ (B)old,

(Am11)some times I’d like to (Bm7)quit,

(Cmaj7)noth ing ev er seems to (Bm7)fit.

(Em7)Hang in’ a (Em)round,

(Am7)noth ing to do but (G)frown;

(Am7)rain y days and Mon days (C)al ways get me (G)down.

(G)What I’ve got they (Bm)used to call the (B)blues.

(Am11)Noth ing is real ly (Bm7)wrong,

(Cmaj7)feel in’ like I don’t be (Bm7)long.

(Em7)Walk in’ a (Em)round

(Am7)some kind of lone ly (G)clown;

(Am7)rain y days and Mon days (C)al ways get me (G)down.

(G)down.

(Em7)Fun ny but it (Cmaj7)seems I al ways (Am7)wind up (D)here with (G)you,

nice to (Cmaj7)know some bod y (Am7)loves me.

(Em7)Fun ny but it (Cmaj7)seems that it’s the (Am7)on ly (D)thing to (G)do,

run and (Cmaj7)find the one who (Am7)loves me.

(G)What I feel has (Bm)come and gone be (B)fore.

(Am11)No need to talk it (Bm7)out,

(Cmaj7)we know what it’s all a (Bm7)bout.

(Em7)Hang in’ a (Em)round,

(Am7)noth ing to do but (G)frown;

(Am7)rain y days and Mon days (C)al ways get me (G)down.

Rainy Days And Mondays by Carpenters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Rainy Days And Mondays by Carpenters 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 90 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 "Rainy Days And Mondays" 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 "Rainy Days And Mondays"?
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 Carpenters songs work for kids?
Try "O HOLY NIGHT", "BECAUSE WE ARE IN LOVE", "CALLING OCCUPANTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.