Song Sung Blue

by Neil Diamond

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Lyrics

(C)Song sung blue, ev ’ry bod y (G)knows one.

(G7)Song sung blue, ev ’ry gar den (C)grows one.

Me and you are sub ject to the (F)blues now and then.

But (G)when you take the blues and make a song,

you sing them (C)out a gain,

sing them (Dm)out a gain.

(C)Song (song) sung (sung) blue (blue) weep in’ like a (G)wil low.

Song (Song) sung (sung) blue (blue) sleep in’ on my (C)pil low.

Fun ny thing, but you can sing it with a (F)cry in your voice

and be fore you know it start to feel in’ good.

You sim ply (C)got no choice.

Fun ny thing, but you can sing it with a (F)cry in your voice

and be fore you know it start to feel in’ good.

You sim ply (C)got no choice.

Song Sung Blue by Neil Diamond — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Song Sung Blue” by Neil Diamond 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 C at 105 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 "Song Sung Blue" 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 "Song Sung Blue"?
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.