Rhythm Of The Rain

· by Dan Fogelberg

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Lyrics

(G)Lis ten to the (G)rhy thm of the (C)fall a in’ way rain

(D)tell in’ me just brand what a new fool I’ve been.

(D)I (Bm7)wish that it would go and let when me she (C#dim7)cry left that in vain and (G)let me be a lone took my a gain.

Now the (G)on ly girl I’ve (G)ev er loved has (C)gone a in’ way rain

(D)look in’ for a brand what a new fool I’ve start.

(D)I (Bm7)Lit tle does she know that let when me she (C#dim7)cry left that in day,

a (G)long with her she lone took my a heart.

Now the

(Cmaj7)Rain, won’t please you tell tell her me that now, I does (Bm7)love that seem her so, fair, for (Am7)Please her to ask steal the my heart a way when (D)heart she don’t a care?

glow, and I (Em)can’t love an oth er when my (Am)heart’s love some we where know far a way.

(D)Whoa

(G)Lis ten to the rhy thm of the (C)fall ing rain

(G)tell in’ be just what a (Em)fool I’ve (D)been.

Oh, I (G)wish that it would (Bm7)go and let me (C)cry in vain and (G)let me be a (D7)lone a (G)gain.

Oh, the

Ooh

oh oh (C)oh (G)oh

(Em7)ooh (D)hoo

Mm

mm

Ah

Ooh

oh oh (C)oh (G)oh

(Em7)ooh (D)hoo

Mm

mm

Ah

When the (G7)rain comes they run and hide their heads.

They might as well be dead

when the rain

comes.

Rhythm Of The Rain by Dan Fogelberg — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Rhythm Of The Rain” by Dan Fogelberg 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 G 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 "Rhythm Of The Rain" 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 "Rhythm Of The Rain"?: 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 "Rhythm Of The Rain" use?: Just 14 chords: Am, Am7, Bm, Bm7, C, C#dim, C#dim7, Cmaj7, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Dan Fogelberg songs work for kids?: Try "LEADER OF THE BAND", "SAME OLD LANG SYNE", "LONGER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.