Stand By Me

· by Ben E. King

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Lyrics

Made a meal and threw it up on Sun day, I’ve

got a (G)lot of things to learn.

Said I would and I’ll be (B)leav ing one day, be (C)fore my heart (G)starts to (D)burn.

So what’s the mat ter with you?

Sing me (D)some thing (Em)new,

don’t you know the cold and wind and rain don’t know, they (C)on ly seem to come and go a way.

Stand by me,

no bo dy knows

the way it’s gon na be.

Stand by me,

no bo dy knows

the way it’s gon na be.

Stand by me,

no bo dy knows

the way it’s gon na be.

Stand By Me by Ben E. King — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King 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 88 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Stand By Me" 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 "Stand By Me"?: 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.
How many chords does "Stand By Me" use?: Just 9 chords: A, Am, B, C, D, Dmaj7, Em, F, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Ben E. King songs work for kids?: Try "SPANISH HARLEM", "STAND BY ME", "Stand By Me". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.