Runaround Sue

by Dion

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Lyrics

Here’s my sto ry, it’s sad but true,

a bout a girl that I once knew.

She took my love then ran a round

with ev ’ry sin gle guy in town.

(F)Oh,

oh,

(Dm)oh,

oh,

(Bb)oh,

oh.

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

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

I miss her lips and the smile on her face, the (Dm)touch of her hair and this girl’s warm em brace.

So if you don’t wan na cry like I do,

a keep a way from a Run a round Sue.

(F)Oh,

oh,

(Dm)oh,

oh,

(Bb)oh,

oh.

(Bb)She likes to trav el a round.

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

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

(C)Sue goes

(Fm)out with oth er guys.

Here’s the (F)mor al and the sto ry from the guy who knows,

I fell in love and my love still grows.

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

(F)Oh,

oh,

(Dm)oh,

oh,

(Bb)oh,

oh.

(F)Oh,

oh,

(Dm)oh,

oh,

(Bb)oh,

oh.

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 Bb at 108 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 "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.