Return To Sender

· by Elvis Presley

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Lyrics

I gave a let ter to the (Am)post man,

he put it in his (G7)sack.

Bright and ear ly next (Am)morn ing he (Dm)brought my (G7)let ter (C)back.

(CN.C.)She wrote up on it: Re turn

to (G7)send er,

ad dress un (G7)known.

No such (G7)num ber,

no such zone.

We had

a (G7)quar rel,

a lov er’s (G7)spat.

I write I’m sor ry but my let ter keeps com ing (G7)back.

So then I dropped it in the (Am)mail box

and sent it Spe cial (G7)D.

Bright and ear ly next (Am)morn ing it (Dm)came right (G7)back to (C)me.

(CN.C.)She wrote up on it: Re turn to (G7)send er,

ad dress un (G7)known.

No such (G7)num ber,

no such zone.

We had a (G7)quar rel,

a lov er’s (G7)spat.

I write I’m sor ry but my let ter keeps com ing (G7)back.

(C)zone.

This time I’m gon na take it my self and put it right in her (C)hand.

And (D7)if it comes back the ver y next day,

(G7)Then (CN.C.)I’ll un der stand

the writ ing on it.

Re turn to (G7)send er,

ad dress un (G7)known.

No such (G7)num ber,

no such zone.

Re turn to (G7)send er,

ad dress un (G7)known.

No such (G7)num ber,

no such zone.

zone.

Return To Sender by Elvis Presley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Return To Sender” by Elvis Presley 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 100 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 "Return To Sender" 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 "Return To Sender"?: 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 Elvis Presley songs work for kids?: Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.