Sweet Nothin's

by Brenda Lee

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Lyrics

My ba by whis pers in my ear.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

He knows the things I like to hear.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

(F7)Things he would n’t tell

no bod y else.

Se cret, ba by, I keep em’ to my self.

Sweet noth in’s.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

We walk a long hand in hand.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

Yeah, we both un der stand.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

He (F7)cer tain ly takes the time to (F#dim)read my book.

My ba by gives me that spe cial look.

Sweet noth in’s.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

I’m sit tin’ on my front porch.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

Well, do I love you?

Of course.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

(F7)Ma ma turned off the (F#dim)front porch light and said, “Come in, dar lin’, that’s e nough for to night.” Sweet noth in’s.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

Sweet noth in’s.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

Sweet noth in’s.

(F7)Mm,

sweet noth in’s.

Sweet Nothin's by Brenda Lee — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sweet Nothin's by Brenda Lee 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 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 "Sweet Nothin's" 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 "Sweet Nothin's"?
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 "Sweet Nothin's" use?
Just 5 chords: C, C7, F#dim, F7, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Brenda Lee songs work for kids?
Try "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree", "ROCKIN' AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE", "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.