Sunset Boulevard

by Andrew Lloyd Webber

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(Dm)Sure, I came out here to make my (Bb)name, want ed my pool, my dose of (C)fame, want ed my park ing space at (F)War ners.

(Dm)But af ter a year, a one room (Bb)hell, a mur phy bed, a ran cid (C)smell, wall pa per peel ing at the (Dm)cor ners.

Sun set Bou le vard, (C)twist ing bou le vard, (G)se cre tive and (Gm)rich, a lit tle (Dm)sca ry.

Sun set Bou le vard, (C)tempt ing bou le vard, (G)wait ing there to (Gm)swal low the un (Dm)wa ry.

(Dm)Dreams are not e nough to win a (Bb)way, out here they’re al ways keep ing (C)score, be neath the tan the bat tle (F)ra ges.

(Dm)Smile a rent ed smile, fill some one’s (Bb)glass, kiss some one’s wife, kiss some one’s (C)ass, we do what ev er pays the (Dm)wa ges.

Sun set Bou le vard, (C)head line bou le vard, (G)get ting here is (Gm)on ly the be (Dm)gin ning.

Sun set Bou le vard, (C)jack pot bou le vard, (G)once you’ve won you (Gm)have to go on (Dm)win ning.

(Bb)You think I’ve sold out?

Dead right, I’ve sold out, I’ve just been wait ing (C)for the right of fer, (Dm)comf ’ta ble quart ers, re gu lar ra tions, (Bb)twen ty four hour (Dm)five star room ser vice.

(Bb)And if I’m ho nest I like the la dy.

I can’t help be ing (C)touched by her fol ly.

(Dm)I’m tread ing wa ter, tak ing the mon ey, (Bb)watch ing her sun set.

(Dm)Well, I’m a wri ter.

(Em)She was sink ing fast, I threw a (C)rope, now I have suits and she has (D)hope, it seemed an e le gant so (G)lu tion.

(Em)One day this must end, it is n’t (C)real, still I’ll en joy a heart y (D)meal be fore to mor row’s ex e (G)lu tion.

(Em)cu tion.

Sun set Bou le vard, (D)ruth less bou le vard, (A)des ti na tion (Am)for the sto ny (Em)heart ed.

Sun set Bou le vard, (D)le thal bou le vard, (Am)ev ’ry one’s for (B7)got ten how they (Em)start ed

here on (C)Sun set (D)Bou le (Em)vard.

Sunset Boulevard by Andrew Lloyd Webber — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sunset Boulevard” by Andrew Lloyd Webber 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 B at 110 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 "Sunset Boulevard" 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 "Sunset Boulevard"?
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.