Standing On The Corner

by The Four Lads

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Lyrics

(Gmaj7)Stand in’ on the (Bm7)cor ner (Am7)watch ing all the (Abmaj7)girls go (Gmaj7)by,

(Gmaj7)stand ing on the (Bm7)cor ner (Am7)watch ing all the (Cm7)girls go (Bm7)by.

Broth er, you (Gmaj7)don’t know a (B7)nic er oc cu (Em7)pa tion, mat ter of (A)fact,

nei ther do (D)I

You’re than ly (Gmaj7)stand ing on the (Bm7)cor ner (Am7)watch ing all the (Ab7)girls, watch ing (Gmaj7)all the girls, (A)watch ing all the (Adim)girls

(D7)go (Gmaj7)by.

I’m the (Em)cat

that got the (A7)cream,

have n’t (Bb)got a girl, but I can (D7)dream.

Have n’t (B)got a girl, but I can (Eb7)wish, so I (G)take me down to (D)Main Street and (Gmaj7)that’s where I se (D)lect my i (Gmaj7)mag i na ry (D9)dish!

(Gmaj7)Stand in’ on the (Bm7)cor ner (Am7)watch ing all the (Abmaj7)girls go (Gmaj7)by,

(Gmaj7)stand ing on the (Bm7)cor ner (Am7)giv ing all the (Cm7)girls the (Bm7)eye.

Broth er, if (Gmaj7)you’ve got a (B7)rich i mag i (Em7)na tion, give it a (A)whirl,

give it a (D)try.

You’re Try ly (Gmaj7)stand ing on the (Bm7)cor ner (Am7)watch ing all the (Ab7)girls, watch ing (Gmaj7)all the girls, (A)watch ing all the (Adim)girls

(D7)go (Gmaj7)by.

Sat ur (Em)day,

and I’m so (A7)broke,

could n’t (Bb)buy a girl a nick el (D7)coke.

Still I’m (B)liv ing like a mil lion (Eb7)aire, when I (G)take me down to (D)Main Street and (Gmaj7)I re view the (D)ha rem pa (Gmaj7)rad ing for me (D9)there.

(Gmaj7)by.

Standing On The Corner by The Four Lads — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Standing On The Corner” by The Four Lads 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 120 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 "Standing On The Corner" 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 "Standing On The Corner"?
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 "Standing On The Corner" use?
Just 20 chords: A7, Ab7, Abmaj7, Adim, Am7, B, B7, Bb, +12 more. Take it one section at a time.