Record Year

by Eric Church

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Since you turned the ta bles on me, I’ve been stead y and learn in’ lone ly, keep in’ this turn ta ble spin nin’ ev ’ry thing from Jones to Jen nings, slow ly plan nin’ my sur viv al in a three foot stack of vi nyl.

Since you had to walk out ta here, (Bb)I’ve been hav in’ a rec ord year.

I bet you thought be fore you left I’d just sit in si lence by my self, turn this house in to a jail,

dy in’ slow in a liv in’ hell.

But love’s got a fun ny way of keep in’ score, and your leav in’ lit up my score board.

I u sually make it through side A so ber; all bets are off when I flip her o ver.

“One (Gm)Bour bon, One (Gm)Scotch, One Beer.”

I’m hav in’ a rec ord year.

Quar ter notes and (C)Hank’s half time are pound in’ on this heart of mine.

Song to song, I (C)pass my time (Bb)with these speak ers on ten.

“You’re Good and Gone” keeps me (C)up all night a long with Songs in the (C)Key of Life.

I’m ei ther gon na get o ver you or I’m a (Bb)gon na blow out my ears.

Yeah, you’re out there now, do in’ God knows how, and I’m stuck here hav in’ a rec ord year.

Your leav in’ left me go in’ cra zy.

I’m count in’ on a nee dle to to me.

I drop it in the (Fmaj7)groove and we go ’round and ’round and down in a spi ral.

I guess I real ly ought a call and thank you.

I re dis cov ered Red Head ed Stran ger.

Got down (F)with old James Brown and found New Grass Re viv al.

If you (Gm7)find your way back, I owe you a beer

for my rec ord year.

knows how, but I’m stuck here

hav in’ a rec ord year.

Yeah, I’m hav in’ a rec ord year.

Record Year by Eric Church — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Record Year by Eric Church 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 Bb at 170 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 "Record Year" 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 "Record Year"?
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 "Record Year" use?
Just 9 chords: Bb, Bbsus2, C, Dm, Dm7, F, Fmaj7, Gm, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Eric Church songs work for kids?
Try "GIVE ME BACK MY HOMETOWN", "SPRINGSTEEN", "DRINK IN MY HAND". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.