Smoke Gets In Your Eyes

by Jerome Kern

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(D)They

(F#m7)asked me (Fdim7)how I (Em7)knew

(A7)my true love was (D)true.

(G#dim)I of course re (F#m)plied,

(Bm7)some thing here in (Em7)side

(A7)can not be de (B7)nied.

(D)They

(F#m7)said some (Fdim7)day you’ll (Em7)find

(A7)all who love are (D)blind.

(G#dim)When your heart’s on (F#m)fire,

(Bm7)you must re al (Em7)ize

(A7)smoke gets in your (Gm7)eyes.

(Bb)So I chaffed

them, and I (Gm7)gai ly laughed

to think they could (Dm7)doubt

(Db7)my

(F7)love.

(Bb)Yet to day,

my love has (Gm7)flown a way,

I am with (Dmaj7)out

(D#dim7)my

(A)love.

(D)Now,

(F#m7)laugh ing (Fdim7)friends de (Em7)ride

(A7)tears I can not (D)hide,

(G#dim)so I smile and (F#m)say,

(Bm7)“When a love ly flame (Em7)dies,

(A7)smoke gets in your (Gm7)eyes.”

Smoke Gets In Your Eyes by Jerome Kern — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” by Jerome Kern 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 72 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 "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes" 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 "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes"?
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 Jerome Kern songs work for kids?
Try "SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES", "NOBODY ELSE BUT ME", "WHY DO I LOVE YOU?". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.