Smoky Mountain Rain

by Ronnie Milsap

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I thumbed my way from L.

A.

back to (C)Knox ville;

I found (G)out those bright lights ain’t where I be long.

From a (Em)phone booth in the rain I called to (C)tell her

I’ve had a change of dreams, I’m com ing home.

But tears (C)filled my eyes when I found out she was gone.

Smok y Moun tain rain keeps on (Bm)fall ing,

I keep on (C)call ing

her (D)name.

Smok y Moun tain rain, I’ll keep on (Bm)search ing;

I can’t go on (C)hurt ing

this (D)way.

She’s (C)some where in the (D7)Smok y Moun tain rain.

I waved a die sel down out side a (C)ca fé;

he said (G)he was goin’ as far as Gat lin burg.

I climbed (Em)up in cab, all wet and cold and (C)lone ly;

I wiped my eyes and told him a bout her.

I’ve got (C)find her, eyes can’t you make these big wheels burn?

Smok y Moun tain rain keeps on (Bm)fall ing,

I keep on (C)call ing

her (D)name.

Smok y Moun tain rain, I’ll keep on (Bm)search ing;

I can’t go on (C)hurt ing

this (D)way.

She’s (C)some where in the (D7)Smok y Moun tain rain.

I can’t blame her for let ting go,

a wom an needs some one warm to hold.

I feel the rain run ning down my face;

I’ll find her no mat ter what it takes.

Smoky Mountain Rain by Ronnie Milsap — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Smoky Mountain Rain by Ronnie Milsap 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 140 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 "Smoky Mountain 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 "Smoky Mountain 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.