Secret Love

by Frank Sinatra

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Lyrics

(Eb6)Once

I had a se cret love

(Bb7)that (Eb6)lived

with in the heart of (Fm7)me.

(Fm7)All

too (Bb9)soon my se cret (Fm7)love

(Bb7)be came

im pa tient to be (Eb6)free.

(Eb6)So

I told a friend ly star,

(Bb7)the (Eb6)way

that dream ers of ten (Fm7)do,

(Fm7)just

how (Bb9)won der ful you (Fm7)are

(Bb7)and why

I’m so in love with (Eb6)free.

(Eb6)you.

(Cm)Now

I (F7)shout it from the (Bb)high

est (Dm)hills,

(Bbm7)e

ven (Eb7)told the gold en (Ab)daf

fo (Abm)dils.

At (Eb)last

my (Eb)heart’s an o pen (G)door,

(C)and (Fm7)my se cret love’s no (Bb9)se cret an (Bb)y (Eb6)more.

Secret Love by Frank Sinatra — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Secret Love” by Frank Sinatra 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 Ab at 120 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 "Secret Love" 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 "Secret Love"?
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.