Runaround Sue

by Dion

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Here’s my sto ry, it’s sad but true;

it’s a bout a girl that I once knew.

She took my love then ran a round

with ev ’ry sin gle guy in town.

(D)Hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy, (Bm)hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy, (G)hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy (A)hayp.

(D)Hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy, (Bm)hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy, (G)hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy (A)hayp.

(A)hayp.

Ah

I should a known it from the ver y on her start, the touch this girl will leave me with a bro ken em heart.

Now lis ten, peo ple, what I’m tell in’ you, do, (CN.C.)a keep a way from a Run a round Sue.

I miss her lips it and the ver y on her start, the touch this girl will leave me with a bro ken em heart.

So if you peo ple, what I’m tell like I do, (CN.C.)a keep a way from a Run a round Sue.

(D)(Oh, hayp oh, da ha dy ha dy, (Bm)oh, hayp oh, da ha dy ha dy, (G)oh, hayp oh.) da ha dy ha dy (A)hayp.

Ah

(G)She likes to trav el a round.

She’ll (D)love you, but she’ll put you down.

Now, (G)peo ple, let me put you wise:

(A)Sue (CN.C.)goes

out with oth er guys.

Here’s the (D)mor al and the sto ry from the guy who knows, I fell in love and my love still grows.

(G)Ask an y fool that she ev er knew, they’ll say (CN.C.)keep a way from a Run a round Sue.

(D)Hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy, (Bm)hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy, (G)hayp hayp bum da ha dy ha dy (A)hayp.

Ah

Runaround Sue by Dion — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Runaround Sue” by Dion 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 D at 90 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 "Runaround Sue" 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 "Runaround Sue"?
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 "Runaround Sue" use?
Just 5 chords: A, Bm, C, D, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Dion songs work for kids?
Try "ABRAHAM, MARTIN AND JOHN", "RUBY BABY", "THE WANDERER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.